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Behind the wit and scandal of a bygone court, find sharp portraits and trained judgment.
This book offers a seasoned, readable look at figures from the late 17th and early 18th centuries. It blends biography, literary criticism, and anecdote to reveal how authors, courtiers, and critics shaped an era’s art and reputation.
Readers will meet Buckingham, Walpole, Hervey, Selwyn, and more through lively summaries, critical insight, and informed discussion. The work foregrounds performance, satire, and culture without getting lost in footnotes or guesswork.
- Clear portraits of famous figures and their times, with emphasis on tone and influence
- Accessible analysis of plays, memoirs, and satire from the period
- Engaging context for how criticism and biographical storytelling evolved
- A perspective that balances wit, judgment, and historical curiosity
Ideal for fans of literary biography and readers curious about the people who shaped early modern culture.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compendium of historical snapshots, each aiming to bring the perspectives and motivations of notable historical figures to life in vivid detail. The author has immersed themselves in diaries, letters, and memoirs of the subjects, to uncover the innermost thoughts and experiences behind celebrated moments. These portraits range from the notorious (such as Lord Rochester) to the forgotten (like the influential Mary Manley); from the heroic (Admiral John Bingham) to the eccentric (the flamboyant George Villiers); and from the politically cunning (Sunderland) to the morally libertine (Orby). In framing these figures against the backdrop of their times, the author presents a nuanced understanding of the social and political landscape of the era, as well as the often surprising human stories that shaped history. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331243489_0
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