Sara Yorke Stevenson

Maximilian in Mexico: A Woman's Reminiscences of the French Intervention 1862-1867

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: LEGARE STREET PR
• Seitenzahl: 344
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 481g
• ISBN-13: 9781016102292
• ISBN-10: 1016102291
• Artikelnr.: 66816408

Autorenporträt

Sara Yorke Stevenson (1847-1921) was a pioneering female archaeologist and Egyptologist who, amidst the backdrop of the 19th century's shifting attitudes towards female scholarship, emerged as a formidable figure in the academic community. Stevenson's intellectual prowess was reflected in her appointment as the first female curator at the University of Pennsylvania Museum, where she was instrumental in establishing their Egyptian collection. Her scholarship often intersected various fields including anthropology and history, demonstrating a multidisciplinary approach that was ahead of her time. Stevenson is best remembered for her vivid account, 'Maximilian in Mexico: A Woman's Reminiscences of the French Intervention 1862-1867' (1911), which provided an insight into the political turbulence of Mexico during Emperor Maximilian's reign. Though not as widely known as other works on the subject, her book is a valuable resource due to its detailed chronicle and unique perspective. Stevenson's writing style, characterized by its lucidity and rich detail, allowed her to convey complex historical events in a manner that was both accessible and engaging. Her contributions to the literary and academic community laid the groundwork for future generations of female scholars in the humanities.