Letters of Edward FitzGerald, in Two Volumes. Vol. 1 by Edward FitzGerald

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Author FitzGerald, Edward, 1809-1883
Editor Wright, William Aldis, 1831-1914
Title Letters of Edward FitzGerald, in Two Volumes. Vol. 1
Credits Transcribed from the 1901 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price
Summary "Letters of Edward FitzGerald, in Two Volumes. Vol. 1" by Edward FitzGerald is a collection of personal letters written in the late 19th century, providing insight into the life and thoughts of the renowned Victorian author and translator. The letters capture FitzGerald's relationships, interests, and literary reflections, offering a glimpse of his character and pursuits through his correspondence with friends such as Thomas Carlyle and William Thackeray. The opening of the collection introduces the context of FitzGerald's life, detailing his early years and connections with prominent literary figures. It highlights his unconventional lifestyle, marked by a preference for close friendships over social ambition, and his enduring appreciation for music and poetry. Through letters addressed to friends, FitzGerald expresses his views on various topics, from the pleasures of simple living to the beauty of literature and art, setting a tone of intimacy and gentle humor that characterizes the collection as a whole. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Authors, English -- 19th century -- Correspondence
Subject FitzGerald, Edward, 1809-1883 -- Correspondence
Category Text
EBook-No. 20452
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 28, 2007
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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