The Letters to Gilbert White of Selborne (Classic Reprint): From His Intimate Friend and Contemporary, the Rev. John Mulso; Edited With Notes and an ... Notes and an Introduction (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Intimate 18th-century letters illuminate travel, art, and friendships.

This collection presents the lively correspondence from a noted host and traveler, with notes and introduction that place the letters in their historical context. Readers glimpse the world of English gentry, their journeys, and their everyday concerns, all through a vivid, personal lens.

Within these pages, the writer moves from Wakefield to York and beyond, describing grand houses, cathedral towns, and the rhythms of polite society. The selections reveal a mix of travel detail, witty asides, and reflections on patronage, choice of living, and the pleasures and burdens of a life marked by movement, study, and social obligation. The book also showcases the author’s affection for natural history and his habit of careful observation, making the letters more than just travelogue.

• Vivid travel writing and scene-setting from an 18th‑century perspective, including places like Castle Howard and York.
• Personal warmth, humor, and a close look at friendships, mentors, and professional networks.
• Notes and introduction that frame the letters for modern readers, with context on reception and legacy.
• Touches of natural history, scholarly interests, and reflections on society and daily life.

Ideal for readers of historical letters, English social history, and lovers of the era’s natural world and travel writing.

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