Robert Laneham’s Letter (1890)

Robert Laneham's Letter is a book edited by Frederick J. Furnivall and first published in 1890. The book is a transcription of a letter written by Robert Laneham, a 16th-century Englishman, in which he describes the entertainment provided for Queen Elizabeth I during her visit to Kenilworth Castle in 1575. The letter is written in a lively and descriptive style, providing a fascinating glimpse into the Elizabethan era and the courtly culture of the time. Furnivall's edition includes an introduction and notes that provide historical context and explain some of the more obscure references in the letter. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history, literature, or culture.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.