Letters of the Right Honourable Lady M—y W—y M—e by Lady Mary Wortley Montagu
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| Author | Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady, 1689-1762 |
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| Title |
Letters of the Right Honourable Lady M—y W—y M—e
Written during Her Travels in Europe, Asia and Africa to Persons of Distinction, Men of Letters, &c. in Different Parts of Europe |
| Alternate Title | Letters of the Right Honourable Lady Mary Wortley Montague |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Desmond Grocott |
| Summary | "Letters of the Right Honourable Lady M—y W—y M—e" by Lady Mary Wortley Montagu is a collection of travel letters written in the early 18th century. This work captures the experiences and observations of Lady Mary during her journeys across Europe, Asia, and Africa, offering insights into her interactions with various cultures, especially the Turks. It presents a unique perspective on the society and customs of the time, particularly from the angle of a woman navigating through regions traditionally dominated by male travelers. The opening of the book introduces the author’s journey as she writes letters to her friends and acquaintances about her travels, starting with her passage from Rotterdam. Lady Mary shares her reflections on various places she visits, describing the cleanliness and liveliness of Rotterdam, joyful details about her excursions, and her impressions of the Dutch towns. Her letters are characterized by a lively and engaging tone, showcasing her keen observations of local customs, the people she encounters, and her broader thoughts on society as a woman of her era. These initial letters set the stage for a vivid account of Lady Mary’s adventures and her insightful commentary on 18th-century life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 18th century -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady 1689-1762 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Diplomats' spouses -- Great Britain -- Correspondence |
| Subject | British -- Foreign countries -- History -- 18th century |
| Subject | Turkey -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17520 |
| Release Date | Jan 15, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 253 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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