<b>A fascinating collection of some of the most significant, interesting, and groundbreaking letters ever written.</b> <p/>The written word has the power to inspire, astonish, and entertain, as this collection of 100 letters that changed history will show. Ordered chronologically, the letters range from ink-inscribed tablets that vividly describe life in the Roman Empire to remarkable last wills and testaments, passionate outpourings of love and despair, and succinct notes with deadly consequences. <p/>Entries include: <p/><ul><li>A job application from Leonardo da Vinci, with barely a mention of his artistic talents.</li><li>Henry VIII's love letters to Anne Boleyn, which eventually led to the dissolution of the monasteries.</li><li>The scrawled note that brought about Oscar Wilde's downfall.</li><li>Emile Zola's "J'accuse!" open letter, in support of an alleged spy and against anti-Semitism.</li><li>Beatrix Potter's correspondence with a friend's son that introduced the character of Peter Rabbit.</li><li>A last letter from the <i>Titanic</i>.</li><li>Nelson Mandela's ultimatum to the South African president.</li></ul><br>A stunning new edition with an elegant new cover, this fascinating book is perfect both for reading cover-to-cover and dipping into to discover the delights within.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Colin Salter<br><b>Publisher:</b> Batsford<br><b>Published:</b> 09/03/2024<br><b>Pages:</b> 224<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 2.15lbs<br><b>Size:</b>