Excerpt from Paston Letters, Vol. 1 of 2: Original Letters, Written During the Reign of Henry Vi;, Edward IV., And Richard III
The thought of transcribing [or rather translating] each letter, according to the rules of modern orthography and punctuation, arose from a hint which the editor received from an antiquary, respectable for his knowledge and publications; whose opinion was, that many would be induced to read these letters, for the sake of the various matter they contain, for their style, and for their curiosity, who, not having paid attention to ancient modes of writing and abbreviations, would be deterred from attempting such a task, by their uncouth appearance in their original garb.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. A unique collection of nearly 1,200 original letters, written in English and French during the reign of Henry VI, Edward IV, and Richard III. They provide a vivid insight into the lives, concerns, and social culture of the time, covering topics as varied as personal relationships, politics, and business dealings. The letters are drawn from the authorâs family archives and provide an intimate look into 15th-century England. The author has supplemented the letters with notes and an introduction, setting the social and historical context of the times, and illuminating the significance of the letters and the insights they offer into the period. Through these letters, the author offers readers a rare glimpse into the past, allowing them to experience the everyday lives of people living during this tumultuous period of English history. The letters reveal the deep social and political divisions of the time, as well as offering an insight into the personal lives of those involved, their hopes, fears, loves, losses, and daily struggles. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331625346_0
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