This volume presents a year's worth of correspondence from 1958, offering a window into the intellectual and personal lives of its letter writers. The collection focuses on the exchange between George Lyttelton and Rupert Hart-Davis, two prominent figures in English literary and academic circles. It aims to capture the nuances of their relationship and their observations on contemporary culture and literature through their written communications.

This collection is likely to appeal to scholars and enthusiasts of 20th-century English literature and intellectual history. The focus on correspondence between notable figures suggests a work rich in personal reflection and critical commentary. The curated nature of the letters implies a deliberate selection to highlight significant exchanges and provide a cohesive narrative of the year's literary discourse.