Book Description

Elizabeth Montagu was a key figure in eighteenth-century British literature and society, known for her wit, charm, and intelligence. This collection of her correspondence offers a fascinating glimpse into her world, including her interactions with such luminaries as Samuel Johnson, David Garrick, and Horace Walpole. With its rich historical detail and lively prose, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the cultural history of the period. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.