"The Life and Letters of John Gay (1685-1732), the author of The Beggar's Opera" is a fascinating biography and correspondence of the outstanding English writer John Gay, who gained popularity thanks to his extraordinary work. The author of the book, Lewis Melville, reveals in detail Gay's life path, his activities in literature and social life, and also examines the creative process that gave rise to the masterpiece "The Beggars' Opera". This book is an important source for those who are interested in the history of English literature and want to better understand the work of the great writer.