Letitia Pilkington / Written By Herself
Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'Memoirs of Mrs. Letitia Pilkington 1712-1750, Written by Herself' offers a fascinating and candid glimpse into the life of one of the 18th century’s most spirited and controversial literary figures. Known for her razor-sharp wit and her close association with the celebrated satirist Jonathan Swift, Letitia Pilkington provides a vivid account of the Dublin and London literary scenes. Her narrative navigates the complexities of marriage, social ostracization, and the struggles of a woman seeking to support herself through her pen in a patriarchal society. Rich with anecdotes and gossip concerning the prominent figures of the Georgian era, these memoirs serve as both a personal apology and a biting critique of contemporary social mores. Pilkington’s prose is characterized by its intelligence and resilience, capturing the precarious nature of life for a woman of letters. Readers will find a compelling story of survival and artistic ambition, set against the backdrop of a shifting cultural landscape. This work remains a crucial primary source for understanding 18th-century gender roles, the history of the memoir, and the enduring legacy of the Anglo-Irish literary tradition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
