""The Familiar Letters of James Howell"" is a collection of letters written by James Howell, a 17th-century English writer and historian. The letters were written to various friends and acquaintances between 1625 and 1665, and provide a fascinating glimpse into the social and political world of the time. Howell's correspondents included politicians, writers, and scholars, and the letters cover a wide range of topics, from literature and philosophy to gossip and personal news. The book provides a valuable historical record of the period, and is also a compelling portrait of a witty and engaging writer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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