The Works of Mrs. Chapone, Vol. 1 of 4: Containing I. Letters on the Improvement of the Mind; II. Miscellanies; III. Correspondence With Mr. ... Carter; V. Fugitive Pieces (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Hester Chapone

 
9780243970810: The Works of Mrs. Chapone, Vol. 1 of 4: Containing I. Letters on the Improvement of the Mind; II. Miscellanies; III. Correspondence With Mr. ... Carter; V. Fugitive Pieces (Classic Reprint)

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This book presents a captivating collection of letters between the author and the celebrated writer Samuel Richardson, along with other writings by the author, including her controversial letters on parental obedience and numerous other topics. The letters and essays offer an intimate glimpse into the literary landscape of the mid-18th century and provide valuable insights into the education of women, marriage, and the nature of domestic life. At the heart of the book is the spirited correspondence on parental authority and filial obedience, which sparked debate on the relative rights and responsibilities of parents and children. The author's thoughtful and assertive perspective challenges the dominant views of her time, highlighting the complex balance between tradition and individual conscience.

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9780267003990: The Works of Mrs. Chapone, Vol. 1 of 4: Containing I. Letters on the Improvement of the Mind; II. Miscellanies; III. Correspondence With Mr. ... Carter; V. Fugitive Pieces (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0267003994 ISBN 13:  9780267003990
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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