The Works

<p><i>The Works I. Letters During Her Residence Abroad 1746-1756</i> offers a captivating glimpse into the life and times of Mary Wortley Montagu one of the most celebrated female writers of the 18th century. This collection edited by James Dallaway showcases Montagu's insightful and witty correspondence during her extended sojourn in Europe. From vivid descriptions of Italian landscapes to keen observations on European society and politics Montagu's letters provide a unique perspective on the cultural landscape of the mid-18th century.</p> <p>Montagu's engaging narrative style and sharp intellect shine through as she recounts her experiences and shares her thoughts on a variety of subjects. These letters are not only valuable historical documents but also offer a fascinating portrait of a remarkable woman navigating the complexities of a changing world. Readers will appreciate the enduring charm and historical significance of Montagu's writing making this collection a treasure for scholars and enthusiasts of epistolary literature alike.</p><p>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 was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>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.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. 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.</p>