Letters And Papers Of John Singleton Copley And Henry Pelham, 1739-1776 (1914)

The book ""Letters And Papers Of John Singleton Copley And Henry Pelham, 1739-1776"" is a collection of correspondence between two prominent figures of the American colonial period. John Singleton Copley was a renowned painter, known for his portraits of leading figures of the time, while Henry Pelham was a politician and public official who served as the Deputy Secretary of the Province of Massachusetts Bay.The letters and papers included in this book cover a period of nearly four decades, from 1739 to 1776, and offer a unique glimpse into the lives and concerns of these two men during a critical period in American history. The correspondence covers a wide range of topics, including politics, art, family matters, and personal relationships.The letters reveal the close friendship between Copley and Pelham, as well as their shared interests in politics and the arts. They also provide insights into the social and cultural milieu of colonial America, including the role of women in society, the impact of the American Revolution, and the tensions between the colonies and Great Britain.Overall, ""Letters And Papers Of John Singleton Copley And Henry Pelham, 1739-1776"" is a fascinating and informative collection of primary source material that sheds light on the lives and times of two important figures in American history.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.