Hester Lynch Piozzi, Abraham Hayward

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Autobiography, Letters and Literary Remains of Mrs. Piozzi (Thrale)

Beschreibung

Piozzi was a prolific writer and a close friend of Samuel Johnson. This volume brings together her autobiography, letters, and other writings, offering readers a unique glimpse into the intellectual and cultural world of eighteenth-century England. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Hester Lynch Piozzi (born Hester Lynch Salusbury and formerly known as Hester Thrale) was an influential British diarist, author, and patron of the arts, living during the eighteenth century. Her autobiographical works and extensive correspondence provide a vibrant depiction of Johnsonian London. Piozzi's 'Autobiography, Letters and Literary Remains of Mrs. Piozzi (Thrale)' offers a rare introspective look into the life of a woman entwined with the literary and social circles of her time. Born in 1741 into the Welsh gentry, she married Henry Thrale, a wealthy brewer, and became a close friend of Samuel Johnson. Her home became a hub for literary figures, and her observations on Johnson and others were compiled posthumously into the referenced second edition of her literary remains by Abraham Hayward in 1861, which is a testament to her wit, intellect, and her role as a commentator on and participant in the vibrant cultural life of her era. Skillfully blending literary criticism, social commentary, and personal anecdotes, her writing is marked by its conversational tone and warmth, capturing the dynamics of her relationships with key literary figures of her time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 578
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 30mm
• Gewicht: 798g
• ISBN-13: 9781022841833
• ISBN-10: 1022841831
• Artikelnr.: 71550294