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Paperback A Series Of Letters Between Mrs. Elizabeth Carter And Miss Catherine Talbot: From The Year 1741 To 1770 V1 (1809) Book

ISBN: 1164040634

ISBN13: 9781164040637

A Series Of Letters Between Mrs. Elizabeth Carter And Miss Catherine Talbot: From The Year 1741 To 1770 V1 (1809)

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A Series Of Letters Between Mrs. Elizabeth Carter And Miss Catherine Talbot: From The Year 1741 To 1770 V1 (1809) is a collection of letters exchanged between two prominent 18th century women, Mrs. Elizabeth Carter and Miss Catherine Talbot. The letters span a period of almost 30 years, from 1741 to 1770, and provide a fascinating insight into the lives, thoughts, and experiences of two women living in a time when women's voices were often silenced.Mrs. Elizabeth Carter was a well-known scholar, poet, and translator, while Miss Catherine Talbot was a prominent literary figure and close friend of Samuel Johnson. The letters cover a wide range of topics, including literature, philosophy, religion, politics, and personal matters. They also provide a glimpse into the social and cultural milieu of the time, as the two women discuss the latest books, plays, and cultural events.The letters are written in a lively and engaging style, and offer a unique perspective on the intellectual and cultural life of 18th century England. They also provide a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the history of women's writing and the role of women in intellectual and cultural life. Overall, A Series Of Letters Between Mrs. Elizabeth Carter And Miss Catherine Talbot: From The Year 1741 To 1770 V1 (1809) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of women's writing and the intellectual and cultural life of 18th century England.To Which Are Added, Letters From Mrs. Elizabeth Carter To Mrs. Vesey, Between The Years 1763 And 1787; Published From The Original Manuscripts In The Possession Of The Rev. Montagu Pennington. In Four Volumes.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.

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