Horace Walpole

Horace Walpole is a biography written by John Morley that delves into the life and times of the famous English writer and politician, Horace Walpole. Born in 1717, Walpole was a man of many talents, known for his literary works, political commentary, and social connections. In this book, Morley explores Walpole's family background, education, and early career, as well as his involvement in politics and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Samuel Johnson and Edmund Burke. The book also covers Walpole's literary achievements, including his famous novel The Castle of Otranto, and his contributions to the Gothic genre. With in-depth research and insightful analysis, Morley paints a vivid portrait of this fascinating figure, shedding light on the cultural and political landscape of 18th century England.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.