Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2) by Edward Gibbon
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| Author | Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Sheffield, Henry North Holroyd, Earl of, 1832-1909 |
| Editor | Prothero, Rowland E. (Rowland Edmund), Baron Ernle, 1851-1937 |
| Title | Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2)" by Edward Gibbon is a collection of personal correspondence written during the 18th century. This volume reveals the evolving character and thoughts of Edward Gibbon, an influential historian and writer, against the backdrop of significant historical events such as the Seven Years' War and the American Revolution. The letters not only document his own life experiences and opinions but also reflect the societal and political atmosphere of his time. The opening of this collection introduces Gibbon as a young man embarking on an educational journey in Lausanne, Switzerland, following his conversion to Protestantism from Roman Catholicism, which had caused him to leave Oxford. In his initial letters, he writes to his father about his relocation and studies, noting his early challenges in navigating a new culture and language. Gibbon communicates his academic progress, social interactions, and personal reflections, including a troubling gambling incident that showcases both his youthful indiscretion and the pressures he faced. These letters establish a candid and engaging account of Gibbon's early life, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of his character as he evolves into one of England's most celebrated historians. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Intellectual life -- 18th century |
| Subject | Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794 |
| Subject | Historians -- Great Britain -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Scholars -- Great Britain -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42578 |
| Release Date | Apr 22, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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