World of Hannah More

Autori

• Patricia Demers

Parametri

• 192 pagine
• 7 ore di lettura

• Biografie e pensieri

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Hannah More, once a celebrated writer and philanthropist, faces a complex legacy marked by accusations of pious morality and anti-feminism due to her views on gender roles. This biography offers a comprehensive exploration of her life and work, presenting her as a significant cultural figure in late-eighteenth and early-nineteenth-century England. Patricia Demers provides a balanced analysis of More's influential writings, philanthropic efforts, and correspondence, revealing the complexities of her character and contributions without idealizing or dismissing her impact.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1996

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