The Correspondence of Robert Dodsley

The collection reveals a wealth of previously unpublished insights into eighteenth-century British literary and publishing history through the correspondence of Robert Dodsley, a prominent literary publisher. Featuring around four hundred letters, it showcases Dodsley's relationships with influential figures such as Edmund Burke and Samuel Johnson. An extensive introduction details his publishing career, highlighting negotiations and the operational aspects of the book trade during this period, enriching the understanding of literary culture in the 1700s.