Memoirs Of The Life And Writings Of Frances Sheridan - Alicia Lefanu - Bog

Memoirs Of The Life And Writings Of Frances Sheridan: With Remarks Upon A Late Life Of R. B. Sheridan is a book written by Alicia Lefanu in 1824. The book is a detailed account of the life and works of Frances Sheridan, a prominent writer and actress of the 18th century. Lefanu provides a comprehensive overview of Sheridan's early life, her rise to fame as a playwright and actress, and her personal relationships with notable figures of the time, including Samuel Johnson and David Garrick.In addition to the biographical information, Lefanu also includes critical analysis of Sheridan's works, highlighting their significance in the literary canon of the time. The book also includes remarks on a recent biography of Richard Brinsley Sheridan, Frances Sheridan's son, which Lefanu critiques for its inaccuracies and biased portrayal of the family.Overall, Memoirs Of The Life And Writings Of Frances Sheridan is a valuable resource for those interested in the literary and cultural history of the 18th century, as well as those interested in the lives of prominent women writers of the time.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.