Bolingbroke: A Historical Study And Voltaire In England (1886)

Bolingbroke: A Historical Study And Voltaire In England (1886) is a book written by John Churton Collins. The book is a historical study of Henry St. John, 1st Viscount Bolingbroke, who was an English politician, philosopher, and writer in the 18th century. The book explores Bolingbroke's life and political career, as well as his writings and ideas.The second part of the book focuses on the French philosopher and writer Voltaire's visit to England in the early 18th century. The book examines Voltaire's experiences in England, his interactions with English society and intellectuals, and his influence on English literature and thought.Collins provides a detailed and insightful analysis of both Bolingbroke and Voltaire, placing them in their historical context and exploring their significance for English and European intellectual history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of political thought, philosophy, and literature in the 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.