Literary Relics: Containing Original Letters From King Charles II. King James II.; The Queen of Bohemia, Swift, Berkeley, Addison, Steele, Congreve, ... an Inquiry Into the Life of Dean Swift - Hardcover

George-Monck Berkeley

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483970697 ISBN 13: 9780483970694

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

A rare collection of original letters from royal and literary figures, offering direct insight into 17th- and 18th-century history.

This edition also includes a prefatory inquiry into the life of Dean Swift, helping readers understand the context and personalities behind the documents.

This volume gathers letters to and from monarchs and writers, presented with a scholarly preface and notes. It centers on a cross‑section of influential figures and their exchanges, illuminating a vibrant moment in early modern letters and literary culture.

• Original letters from Charles II, James II, the Queen of Bohemia, and prominent writers such as Swift, Berkeley, Addison, Steele, and Congreve.
• A prefixed inquiry into the life of Dean Swift, offering biographical framing and critical context.
• Editorial notes and selections drawn from the originals, with attention to authenticity and historical context.
• A companion that invites readers to assess how private correspondence shaped public perception and literary history.

Ideal for readers of Swift, Restoration and 18th‑century letters, and those interested in literary history and documentary editions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483970697
• ISBN 13: 9780483970694
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 476