Maria Edgeworth - Emily Lawless - Bog

Maria Edgeworth by Emily Lawless is a biographical account of the life and literary career of the renowned Anglo-Irish author, Maria Edgeworth. The book delves into the personal and professional life of Edgeworth, who was a prolific writer and a leading figure in the literary scene of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The author explores Edgeworth's family background, her upbringing in Ireland, her education, and her literary influences. The book also examines Edgeworth's major works, including her novels, short stories, and children's literature, and analyzes their themes and literary style. Lawless provides a detailed account of Edgeworth's relationships with her family, friends, and contemporaries, including her close friendship with the poet and playwright, William Wordsworth. The book also sheds light on Edgeworth's role as a social commentator and her contributions to the political and social debates of her time. Overall, Maria Edgeworth is a comprehensive and insightful biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the most important writers of the Romantic era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.