The letter-bag of Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope is a collection of letters written by the Lady between 1812 and 1836. These letters, published after her death, offer a rare insight into the social life, fashion, and gossip of Regency England. A.M.W. Stirling introduces us to a fascinating woman whose correspondence with notable people of her day gives historians an invaluable tool for understanding the social landscape of this time period. This...
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