Letters of Note - An Eclectic Collection of Correspondence Deserving of a Wider Audience

Shaun Usher

Chronicle Books

2014

352 páginas

11h 44m

ISBN-13: 9781452134253

This spectacular collection of more than 125 letters offers a never-before-seen glimpse of the events and people of historythe brightest and best, the most notorious, and the endearingly everyday. Entries include a transcript of the letter; a short contextual introduction; and, in 100 cases, a captivating facsimile of the letter itself. The artfulness of Shaun Usher's eclectic arrangement creates a reading experience rich in discovery. Mordant, hilarious, poignant, enlighteningsurprise rewards each turn of the page. Colorfully illustrated with photographs, portraits, and relevant artworks, this handsome hardcover is a visual treat too, making Letters of Note an utterly distinctive gift, and an instant classic.