Originally published in 1882, this book provides a detailed and engaging portrait of English high society during the reign of Queen Anne (1702-1714). Drawing on diaries, letters, and other primary sources, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the politics, fashion, culture, and daily life of the English aristocracy in the early 18th century. Anyone interested in English history or the social dynamics of the upper classes will find this book a captivating read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.