The Lady’s Miscellany

The Lady’s Miscellany

George Wright

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104915377
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The Lady’s Miscellany: Or Pleasing Essays, Poems, Stories, And Examples For The Instruction And Entertainment Of The Female Sex In General (1793) is a book written by George Wright. This book is a compilation of various essays, poems, stories, and examples that are aimed at instructing and entertaining the female sex in general. The book covers a wide range of topics, including education, fashion, etiquette, morality, and religion. It also includes stories and poems that are meant to inspire and uplift women. The Lady’s Miscellany is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of women’s education and the role of women in society during the late 18th century. The book provides a fascinating insight into the attitudes and beliefs of the time and the challenges faced by women in their pursuit of knowledge and personal growth. Overall, The Lady’s Miscellany is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of women’s literature and the social and cultural context in which it was produced.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.

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