Letters, Sentences, and MaximsPutnam, 1888 - 327 σελίδες |
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... letters , sold them , enhanced in value from the earl's literary reputation , for £ 1,500 ! an immense sum in those days . From the two quartos of large margin and printing , this compact volume is condensed . All that has been left out ...
... letters , sold them , enhanced in value from the earl's literary reputation , for £ 1,500 ! an immense sum in those days . From the two quartos of large margin and printing , this compact volume is condensed . All that has been left out ...
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... letters offers a sort of continuous dra- matic interest ; we follow the efforts of a fine distinguished energetic nature as Lord Chesterfield's was , engaged in a contest with a " " disposition honest but indolent , with an easy and ...
... letters offers a sort of continuous dra- matic interest ; we follow the efforts of a fine distinguished energetic nature as Lord Chesterfield's was , engaged in a contest with a " " disposition honest but indolent , with an easy and ...
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