Anna Van Schurman: Artist, Scholar, Saint (1909)

Anna Van Schurman: Artist, Scholar, Saint is a biography written by Una Birch in 1909. The book chronicles the life of Anna Van Schurman, a Dutch artist, scholar, and religious figure who lived in the 17th century. Van Schurman was known for her exceptional intellect and artistic abilities, and she became a prominent figure in the intellectual circles of her time. The book explores Van Schurman's life from her childhood to her later years, detailing her education, her artistic pursuits, and her religious beliefs. Birch also delves into the social and cultural context of Van Schurman's life, examining the role of women in Dutch society during the 17th century and the impact of the Reformation on religious life in Europe. Throughout the book, Birch paints a vivid portrait of Van Schurman, highlighting her achievements and the challenges she faced as a woman pursuing intellectual and artistic pursuits in a male-dominated world. The book also includes reproductions of some of Van Schurman's artwork and writings, providing readers with a glimpse into her creative and intellectual output. Overall, Anna Van Schurman: Artist, Scholar, Saint is a fascinating biography of a remarkable woman who defied the societal norms of her time and made significant contributions to the fields of art, scholarship, and religion.This Book Is In English.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.