In this charming collection of letters, Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope shares her thoughts and experiences with family and friends over a period of several years in the mid-19th century. From her travels across Europe to her encounters with literary and artistic figures of the day, Lady Elizabeth's letters offer a fascinating glimpse into upper-class life in Victorian England. The editor, A.M.W. Stirling, provides insightful commentary on the historical context and the personalities involved. A delightful read for anyone interested in the art of letter writing.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.