The Works of Benjamin Disraeli, Earl of Beaconsfield, Embracing Novels, Romances, Plays, Poems, Biography, Short Stories and Great Speeches: Lothair, v. 2. The Letters of Benjamin Disraeli to his sister, 1832-1852

This volume is part of an expansive collection titled The Works of Benjamin Disraeli, Earl of Beaconsfield, which aimed to aggregate the literary and political output of the two-time British Prime Minister. Published during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, such comprehensive sets were designed for the Victorian and Edwardian reader who viewed Disraeli not merely as a statesman, but as a central figure in the cultural life of the empire. These editions were often produced in high-quality cloth or leather bindings to serve as status symbols in the libraries of the educated middle and upper classes.

The content within this specific iteration reflects Disraeli's dual life as a novelist and a correspondent, bridging his formal literary works like Lothair with his personal reflections in his letters to his sister, Sarah. The editorial decisions behind these collections sought to solidify Disraeli's legacy, curating his often controversial political identity into a polished literary canon. While reception varied during his lifetime due to his flamboyant style and political shifts, these collected works were essential in cementing his post-mortem reputation as a significant nineteenth-century man of letters.