“I avoid talking before the youth of the age as I would dancing before them: for if one's tongue don't move in the steps of the day, and thinks to please by its old graces, it is only an object of ridicule.”
Quote by Horace Walpole
Work
The letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford: including numerous letters now first published from the original manuscripts
The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford is a compilation of correspondence from the 18th-century writer and politician. The volume includes a selection of letters that have been newly discovered and published from the original manuscripts, providing a rich and detailed look into Walpole's correspondence over several decades. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including his social interactions, political views, and personal experiences. This collection is significant for scholars and enthusiasts of Walpole's work, as well as for those interested in the historical context of the 18th century. more
Author
Horace Walpole
Horace Walpole was an English politician, writer, and critic, born on September 24, 1717, and died on March 2, 1797. He is best known for his contributions to literature and the arts, particularly for his role in the revival of Gothic novels. more
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