Italian Letters, Vols. I and II; Or, the History of the Count De St. Julian
1794
Italian Letters, Vols. I and II; Or, the History of the Count De St. Julian is an epistolary novel by William Godwin, first published in 1794. The story centers on the Count de St. Julian and his correspondence with the Marquis of Pescara, exploring themes of friendship, virtue, and moral dilemmas faced by young noblemen in a morally ambiguous society. The letters reflect on personal loss, societal expectations, and the struggle to maintain integrity amidst temptation.
