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| Author | Piozzi, Hester Lynch, 1741-1821 |
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| Editor | Hayward, A. (Abraham), 1801-1884 |
| Title |
Autobiography, Letters and Literary Remains of Mrs. Piozzi (Thrale) (2nd ed.) (2 vols.) Edited with notes and Introductory Account of her life and writings |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Autobiography, Letters and Literary Remains of Mrs. Piozzi (Thrale)" edited by A. Hayward, Esq. Q.C. is a biographical collection of personal writings and correspondence from the late 18th to early 19th century. This work provides an in-depth look into the life of Hester Lynch Thrale Piozzi, a prominent literary figure and friend of Samuel Johnson, illustrating her unique perspectives and experiences during a significant period in literary history. The opening of the book introduces Mrs. Piozzi’s writings, particularly her autobiography and letters, alongside an introduction describing her life, character, and importance within the cultural milieu of her time. It discusses her relationship with Johnson, how she became a key figure in his circle, and the influence she had in preserving his legacy through her diaries and letters. The preface also emphasizes the process of compiling this edition, noting the additional materials that enrich her narrative, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of her life intertwined with significant literary figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 18th century -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784 -- Friends and associates |
| Subject | Piozzi, Hester Lynch, 1741-1821 |
| Subject | Piozzi, Hester Lynch, 1741-1821 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Thrale, Henry, 1728-1781 -- Marriage |
| Subject | Women and literature -- England -- History -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15045 |
| Release Date | Feb 14, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 83 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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