Anna Laetitia Barbauld fu una prolifica poetessa, saggista, critica letteraria, editrice e autrice per bambini inglese. La sua opera è caratterizzata da un acuto intelletto e da abilità poetiche. Ha esplorato una vasta gamma di argomenti e ha dimostrato una notevole versatilità nelle forme letterarie. Barbauld ha lasciato un segno indelebile nella letteratura inglese attraverso la sua saggezza e il suo gusto artistico.
This anthology of female writing provides a diverse and engaging collection of prose and poetry from some of the best writers of the era. With selections ranging from Mary Wollstonecraft to Jane Austen, Barbauld's anthology offers a unique perspective on the contributions of women to the literary landscape of the time.
This classic collection of stories, poems, and essays was a popular read for young people in the late 18th century. It covers a wide variety of topics, from history and geography to science and morality. A fun and educational read for young readers and adults alike, it offers a window into the culture and values of an earlier time.