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Hieroglyphic Tales

Hieroglyphic Tales

Written by: Horace Walpole
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Dive into a world of surreal satire with these captivating stories penned by the multifaceted eighteenth-century figure, Whig politician, art historian, and antiquarian. Horace Walpole describes them as ...mere whimsical trifles, written chiefly for private entertainment and amusement... an endeavor to break free from the mundane and uninspired tales that saturate literature. Join us on this imaginative journey where whimsy reigns supreme. Summary by barbara2Copyright Fiction Classics Art
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