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Newcastle, Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of
1674
Cavendish, Margaret, Duchess of Newcastle
Lucas, Margaret
The Description of a New World, Called the Blazing-World
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe
"The Description of a New World, Called The Blazing-World" by Newcastle is a fictional work written in the mid-17th century. The story follows a young lady who is abducted by a merchant and ends up in an extraordinary new world where she encounters unique beings and eventually becomes an empress. This narrative intertwines elements of fantasy and philosophical discourse, reflecting the author's imaginative and experimental exploration of existence. The opening of the book describes how a merchant falls deeply in love with a noble lady but feels hopeless about winning her affection due to his lower social status. In a bold move, he abducts her, which leads them on a tumultuous journey across the sea that results in severe trials. As the lady survives a shipwreck and is rescued by anthropomorphic bear-like creatures, the stage is set for her adventures in this vibrant and bizarre world. Here, she faces various challenges but gradually earns the respect of the inhabitants, ultimately taking on a powerful role as their empress, allowing the narrative to blend romance, adventure, and unique philosophical inquiries into governance, society, and the nature of reality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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