Annie Besant: An Autobiography by Annie Besant
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| Author | Besant, Annie, 1847-1933 |
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| Title | Annie Besant: An Autobiography |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jonathan Ingram and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Summary | "Annie Besant: An Autobiography" by Annie Besant is a personal memoir written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the life and experiences of Besant, an influential social reformer, writer, and theosophist, who explores her early years, family background, and formative influences that shaped her beliefs and activism. Besant’s narrative reflects on the complexities of her identity as she navigates themes of spirituality, social justice, and personal sacrifice. The opening of the autobiography introduces Annie Besant’s thoughts on the challenges and emotional toll of narrating one’s life. She acknowledges the potential vanity in such a pursuit but suggests that her experiences may resonate with those of her readers, particularly in times of uncertainty. It describes her early life, her family's Irish roots, and her profound connection to her mother, whose strong character greatly influenced her upbringing. Besant's reflections on her childhood memories set the stage for a journey of self-discovery and the eventual foray into public life, where she sought to illuminate societal issues and advocate for the marginalized. Overall, the beginning establishes a foundation for understanding Besant’s personal struggles and motivations that lead her into a life of activism and inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BP: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Islam, Bahaism, Theosophy, Other and new beliefs |
| Subject | Besant, Annie, 1847-1933 |
| Subject | Theosophists -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12085 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 280 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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