A Letter to Her Grace the Duchess of Devonshire (1777)

A Letter to Her Grace the Duchess of Devonshire (1777)

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Publisher's Synopsis

""A Letter To Her Grace The Duchess Of Devonshire"" is a historical non-fiction book written by William Combe in 1777. The book is a letter addressed to Georgiana Cavendish, the Duchess of Devonshire, who was known for her beauty, fashion sense, and political influence in 18th century England. In the letter, Combe praises the Duchess for her many accomplishments and virtues, including her intelligence, kindness, and generosity. He also discusses her role as a political figure, highlighting her support for the Whig party and her efforts to promote the cause of liberty and equality. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of high society in 18th century England, with its elaborate social rituals, political intrigues, and cultural trends. It also sheds light on the life and personality of one of the most famous and influential women of the era. Overall, ""A Letter To Her Grace The Duchess Of Devonshire"" is a valuable historical document that offers insight into the social, cultural, and political landscape of 18th century England, as well as the life and legacy of a remarkable woman who helped shape that world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781162061290
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 24
Weight: 353g
Height: 215mm
Width: 279mm
Spine width: 3mm