A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country, from His Friend in London E-Book

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• Herausgeber: DigiCat
• Kategorie: Gesellschafts- und Liebesromane
• Sprache: Englisch

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2022

Beschreibung

In "A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country, from His Friend in London," the anonymous author masterfully delves into the complexities of 18th-century British society, presenting a rich tapestry of social commentary and philosophical musings. The text, structured as a personal correspondence, employs an epistolary style that allows for an intimate exploration of class disparity, urbanization, and shifting moral landscapes of the time. The letter serves both as a critique and celebration of contemporary life, revealing the tension between rural ideals and urban realities, while engaging readers in a dialogue about individual and collective identity amidst societal change. The anonymity of the author adds a layer of intrigue to this work, suggesting a deliberate distancing from personal identity and inviting readers to focus solely on the ideas presented. The period of authorship likely corresponds with significant political and social upheaval in Britain, prompting a reflection on the nature of friendship, obligation, and the responsibilities of the individual in a rapidly evolving world. This context may have influenced the author's perspective, urging a broader discourse on the socio-political issues of the day. Readers interested in the intersection of personal letters and social critique will find this work both engaging and thought-provoking. It serves as a vital glimpse into the 18th-century mindset, resonating with modern concerns about social structures and personal connections. "A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country" is not only a historical artifact but also a relevant commentary that invites reflection on the enduring complexities of human relationships.

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Anonymous

A Letter to a Gentleman in the Country, from His Friend in London

 

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Admiral BYNG,

LETTER

Gentleman in the Country,

His Friend in London , &c.

Authentick and circumstantial Account of the Confinement, Behaviour, and Death of

Admiral BYNG,

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As attested by the Gentlemen who were present.

Mens conscia Recti.

LONDON:

Printed for and sold by J. Lacy, the Corner of St. Martin’s-Court, St. Martin’s-Lane, near Leicester-Fields. MDCCLVII. [Price One Shilling.]

Just published, and sold by J. Lacy, at the Corner of St. Martin’s-Court, St. Martin’s-Lane, near Leicester-Fields.

I. Further Particulars in Relation to the Case of Admiral Byng, from original Papers, by a Gentleman of Oxford. Price one Shilling.

II. A Collection of several Pamphlets very little known: Some suppressed Letters, and sundry detached Pieces, relative to the Case of Admiral Byng. Price one Shilling and Six-pence.

III. A further Address to the Publick; containing genuine Copies of all the Letters which passed between Admiral Byng and the S———y of the Ad——ty, from the Time of his Suspension to the 25th of October last. Price one Shilling.

IV. The whole and genuine Trial of Admiral Byng, two Volumes Octavo. N. B. For the better understanding of which, five curious Prints are added, which exhibit the different Positions of both Fleets, before, at, and after the Engagement. Price five Shillings.

V. Admiral Byng’s Defence as presented by him, and read in the Court Martial, on Board his Majesty’s Ship St. George in Portsmouth-Harbour, January, 18. 1757. Price Six-pence.

N. B. Most Money for any Library or Parcel of Books; Books elegantly bound; and Gentlemen’s Libraries gilt, or lettered, methodiz’d, and Catalogues written either in Town or Country.

A

LETTER

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TO A

Gentleman in the Country,

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FROM

His Friend in London, &c.

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