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Letters of Edward FitzGerald, In Two Volumes. Vol. 2 continues the exploration of FitzGerald’s correspondence, focusing on the later years of his life. This volume deepens the reader’s understanding of FitzGerald as an individual and as a literary figure. The letters reflect his evolving perspectives on life, literature, and his enduring friendships with notable figures like Alfred Tennyson and Frederic Tennyson.In this volume, FitzGerald often writes about his literary pursuits, including his revisions of The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, which was gaining recognition. His letters also delve into personal reflections on aging, solitude, and his changing relationship with religion and spirituality. The tone of these later letters is often contemplative, yet they retain the charm, humor, and sharp observations characteristic of FitzGerald’s writing.