Publisher's Synopsis
The Works of Sir William Temple is a collection of writings by the English diplomat and statesman, Sir William Temple. The book is divided into several volumes, with the first volume containing Temple's life and character as a preface. The subsequent volumes contain a range of Temple's works, including essays, letters, and political treatises. Temple was known for his diplomatic skills and his contributions to the development of English politics and foreign policy during the late 17th century. He served as ambassador to the Netherlands and played a key role in negotiating the Triple Alliance between England, the Netherlands, and Sweden in 1668. The collection includes some of Temple's most famous works, such as ""Essay upon the Ancient and Modern Learning"" and ""Observations upon the United Provinces of the Netherlands."" The book provides insight into Temple's views on politics, religion, and society, and offers a glimpse into the intellectual and political climate of the late 17th century. Overall, The Works of Sir William Temple is a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in English politics and diplomacy during the 17th century. It offers a comprehensive collection of Temple's writings and provides context for understanding his contributions to English politics and foreign policy.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.
