The Imaginary Autocrat: Beau Nash And The Invention Of BathRichard Beau Nash was the original "It boy," the self invented, style over substance ruling impresario of Bath who came from humble beginnings. He is a living illustration of what can be achieved with self confidence and self possession, as he became the ever present match maker, gambler, and businessman at the whirl of balls and games at Bath in the 18th century. John Eglins brilliant and rewarding book is concerned as much with Nashs invention of