Edinburgh University Press Peter's Letters to His Kinsfolk - Edinburgh Critical Edition

Explore a landmark piece of literary history with this first complete edition of Peter's Letters since 1819. Part of The Edinburgh Critical Edition of the Works of John Gibson Lockhart, this volume offers a rare look into the cultural landscape of Scotland during the Regency era. In these letters, the young John Gibson Lockhart used the persona of an elderly Welsh physician to provide a unique analysis of society in Glasgow and Edinburgh. This work examines the social networks of the law, the church, universities, fine art, and antiquarianism through the lens of German nationalist and Romantic criticism. This edition is designed for scholars and readers interested in historical social commentary. It provides a fully edited text accompanied by detailed annotations and editorial material. You will find a deep look into the genesis and publishing history of this significant work, making it an essential addition to any collection of essays, journals, or letters from this period.