100 رسالة غيرت العالم

A wonderful collection of the most inspiring and influential letters of all time. The written word has the power to inspire, amaze and entertain, as evidenced by this collection of 100 letters that changed the course of history. Arranged chronologically, these letters range from ink-plates meticulously describing life in the Roman Empire, to exquisite last wills, passionate expressions of love and despair, and brief observations of momentous consequence. Contributions include: • An employment application from Leonardo da Vinci, with little mention of his artistic talents. • Henry VIII's love letters to Anne Boleyn, which eventually led to the dissolution of the monasteries. • The handwritten letter that caused Oscar Wilde's downfall. • Emile Zola's open letter “I accuse!”, in support of an alleged spy and against anti-Semitism. • Beatrix Potter's correspondence with her friend's son, which introduces the character of Peter Rabbit. • A final message from the Titanic. • Nelson Mandela's warning to the President of South Africa. This wonderful book, with its stunning new edition and elegant cover, is perfect for reading from cover to cover, and perfect for flipping through to discover the masterpieces it contains.