Junius, Vol. 2: Including Letters by the Same Writer Under Other Signatures; Containing the Private and Miscellaneous Letters, and a New Essay on the Authorship (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Junius

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332269922 ISBN 13: 9780332269924

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unearthing the voice of an 18th‑century enigma

This volume gathers private letters, miscellaneous pieces, and a new essay on the authorship of Junius, offering insight into a pivotal era of political letters and newspaper discourse.

The book presents the history and discovery of Junius, with annotations, commentary, and a wide collection of letters attributed to him. It reveals the enduring debate over which writings are genuinely his, and how contemporaries thought about authorship, publication, and political influence. Readers gain a window into the early press, public debates, and the methods scholars use to identify a likely author.

• Private correspondence and public letters connected to the Junius figure
• Context on 18th‑century journalism and political communication
• Analysis of authorship, including material sources and scholarly notes
• Editorial notes and historical apparatus that illuminate the period

Ideal for readers drawn to historical letters, the politics of print, and the enduring mystery of Junius’s identity. This edition suits fans of literary history, editorial scholarship, and classic political writing.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332269922
• ISBN 13: 9780332269924
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 572