Beaux And Belles Of England
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ISBN10: 1419109405
ISBN13: 9781419109409
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.37 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781419109409
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 17 2004
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.67
Height: 0.37 Width: 7.50 Depth: 9.25
Language: English
Beaux and Belles of England is a historical book written by Mary Robinson, which provides a detailed account of the lives of some of the most famous and influential men and women in England during the 18th century. The book is divided into two parts, the first part focusing on the beaux or the fashionable gentlemen of the time, and the second part on the belles, or the beautiful and influential women of the era.The book covers the lives of several notable figures, including William Cavendish, the 5th Duke of Devonshire, who was known for his extravagant lifestyle and love of gambling, as well as Georgiana Cavendish, his wife, who was a prominent socialite and fashion icon of the time. Other notable figures include Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, who was a writer and poet, and Lady Caroline Lamb, who was known for her scandalous affair with Lord Byron.The book provides a fascinating insight into the lives of these individuals, their relationships, and the social and political climate of the time. It also sheds light on the role of women in society and their struggle for equality and recognition.Overall, Beaux and Belles of England is a captivating read that offers a unique perspective on the lives of some of the most influential figures in English history.Her mother was the daughter of a commoner, the Right Honourable Stephen Poyntz, of Midgham, in Berkshire. This lady was long remembered both by friends and neighbours with veneration. She was sensible and intelligent, polite, agreeable, and of unbounded charity; but Miss Burney, who knew her, depicts her as ostentatious in her exertions, and somewhat self-righteous and vainglorious. She was, however, fervently beloved by her daughter, who afterward made several pecuniary sacrifices to ensure her mother's comfort.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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