| Author |
Melville, Lewis, 1874-1932 |
| Author |
Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady, 1689-1762 |
| Title |
Lady Mary Wortley Montague, Her Life and Letters (1689-1762)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Charles Aldarondo, (no name) and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, Her Life and Letters (1689-1762)" by Lewis Melville is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, an influential figure known for her correspondence and her role in introducing inoculation into England. The book captures her remarkable life, highlighting her intellectual pursuits, cultural observations, and the social dynamics of her time, particularly focusing on her wit and humor in letters that offer insights into 18th-century society. The opening of the biography provides a rich context for understanding Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's significance, including her background, early life, and literary achievements. It discusses her pride in her writing abilities, noting her comparison to Madame Sévigné, a famed letter-writer, as well as her keen observations on social issues, her controversial reputation, and her impact on medicine. The text sets the stage for the exploration of her correspondence, personal experiences, and the societal norms of her era, painting a vivid picture of a woman ahead of her time who navigated a male-dominated society with sharp intellect and profound insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady 1689-1762 -- Correspondence
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| Subject |
Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady 1689-1762
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
10590 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 20, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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