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HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the vibrant social and political landscape of London during the reign of Queen Anne, a time of immense change and upheaval. The author guides the reader through the bustling streets, coffee houses, and theaters of this period, bringing to life the fashions, foibles, and social dynamics of the era. Through the lens of the popular journals, *The Tatler* and *The Spectator*, the book explores the works of two prominent writers of the period, Richard Steele and Joseph Addison. Readers will gain insights into the societal anxieties of the time, including the rise of commerce, the growing power of the city versus the landed gentry, and the constant tension between the Whig and Tory political parties. The book also delves into the fascinating world of coffee houses, which served as hubs of intellectual discourse and news dissemination. These essays also offer a unique perspective on the burgeoning world of journalism, a field just beginning to emerge in England. Ultimately, this book reveals the remarkable power of literature to capture the spirit of an age and illuminate its complexities, making the world of Queen Anne's England come alive for readers of today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.