Elizabeth Montagu, the queen of the bluestockings, Volumes 1 and 2
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Authors:
- Climenson, Emily J. (Emily Jane)
1844 - 1921
- Montagu, Mrs. (Elizabeth)
1718 - 1800
About this book
In an era marked by the rise of women's intellectual salons, Elizabeth Montagu emerged as a pivotal figure among the Bluestockings, a group advocating for women's education and literary engagement. "Elizabeth Montagu, the Queen of the Bluestockings, Volumes 1 and 2" by Emily J. Climenson delves into her extensive correspondence from 1720 to 1761, revealing her influential role in shaping Enlightenment thought. This meticulously curated collection highlights Montagu's advocacy for unalienable rights and her challenge to societal norms through wit and intellect. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this work offers a profound exploration of a woman who redefined the boundaries of her time, making it essential reading for anyone interested in the evolution of women's voices in history.
