A Legacy for the Ladies: Or Characters of the Women of the Age (1705)

A Legacy For The Ladies: Or Characters Of The Women Of The Age is a book written by Thomas Brown and published in 1705. The book is a collection of character sketches of prominent women of the time, including queens, aristocrats, and literary figures. The book provides an insight into the lives of women in the early 18th century, their social status, and their contributions to society. The characters are portrayed in a positive light, highlighting their virtues and accomplishments. The book is divided into three parts, with the first part focusing on the virtues of women, the second part on the accomplishments of women, and the third part on the character of women. The book is written in a clear and concise style, with each character sketch providing a detailed description of the woman's life, achievements, and character. The book is a valuable resource for historians, feminists, and anyone interested in the lives of women in the early 18th century. Overall, A Legacy For The Ladies: Or Characters Of The Women Of The Age is an important book that celebrates the achievements and virtues of women in the early 18th century, and provides a valuable insight into their lives and contributions to society.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.