Marguerite Blessington

The Idler in France (eBook, ePUB)

A Journey Through 19th Century France: Exploring Parisian Society, Art, and Fashion

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The Idler in France by the Countess of Marguerite Blessington is a captivating travelogue that offers a unique glimpse into the French lifestyle and culture during the 19th century. Through the eyes of the Countess, readers are taken on a journey filled with vivid descriptions of Parisian society, art, and fashion, as well as the picturesque landscapes of rural France. Blessington's elegant prose and keen observations make this book a delightful read for those interested in French literature and history. The Idler in France stands out as a valuable literary work that showcases the Countess's talent for storytelling and her deep appreciation for the beauty of France. The Countess of Marguerite Blessington, a prominent figure in 19th-century literary circles, drew inspiration for The Idler in France from her own travels and experiences in the country. Her firsthand encounters with French culture and society provided her with a rich tapestry of material to weave into this insightful travelogue. I highly recommend The Idler in France to readers who enjoy travel literature, French history, and elegant prose. The Countess of Marguerite Blessington's exquisite writing style and intimate knowledge of French society make this book a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of 19th-century France.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 312
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066164560
• Artikelnr.: 58756186

Autorenporträt

Marguerite Gardiner, the Countess of Blessington, was an Irish novelist, journalist, and literary hostess. She met Lord Byron in Genoa and later published a book about their chats. Margaret Power was born near Clonmel in County Tipperary, Ireland, as the daughter of Edmund Power and Ellen Sheehy, both small landowners. She described herself as "haphazardly educated by her own reading and by her mother's friend Ann Dwyer." Marguerite later relocated to Hampshire to reside for five years with the family of Captain Thomas Jenkins of the 11th Light Dragoons, a kind and erudite military officer. Jenkins presented her to Irishman Charles John Gardiner, 1st Earl of Blessington, a widower with four children (two legitimate), seven years her senior. They married on February 16, 1818, at St Mary's in Bryanston Square, Marylebone, just four months after her first husband died. She was noted by her remarkable beauty, charm, and wit, as well as her generosity and lavish preferences, which she shared with her second husband. On August 25, 1822, they embarked on a continental journey with Marguerite's younger sister, Mary Anne, 21 years old, and servants.