Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2) by Edward Gibbon

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Author Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794
Author of introduction, etc. Sheffield, Henry North Holroyd, Earl of, 1832-1909
Editor Prothero, Rowland E. (Rowland Edmund), Baron Ernle, 1851-1937
Title Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2)
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Summary "Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2)" by Edward Gibbon is a collection of personal correspondence written during the 18th century. This volume reveals the evolving character and thoughts of Edward Gibbon, an influential historian and writer, against the backdrop of significant historical events such as the Seven Years' War and the American Revolution. The letters not only document his own life experiences and opinions but also reflect the societal and political atmosphere of his time. The opening of this collection introduces Gibbon as a young man embarking on an educational journey in Lausanne, Switzerland, following his conversion to Protestantism from Roman Catholicism, which had caused him to leave Oxford. In his initial letters, he writes to his father about his relocation and studies, noting his early challenges in navigating a new culture and language. Gibbon communicates his academic progress, social interactions, and personal reflections, including a troubling gambling incident that showcases both his youthful indiscretion and the pressures he faced. These letters establish a candid and engaging account of Gibbon's early life, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of his character as he evolves into one of England's most celebrated historians. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Great Britain -- Intellectual life -- 18th century
Subject Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794
Subject Historians -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
Subject Gibbon, Edward, 1737-1794 -- Correspondence
Subject Scholars -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
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