The Intimate Letters of Hester Piozzi and Penelope Pennington, 1788-1821

Hester Lynch Piozzi

ISBN 10: 1330830393 / ISBN 13: 9781330830390

Published by Forgotten Books, 2024

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the captivating world of 18th-century literary society through the lens of a remarkable friendship between two women. Hester Lynch Piozzi, a central figure among the Blue Stockings renowned for her wit and intellect, and Penelope Pennington, a woman of grace and literary inclination, formed a bond that spanned decades. Their intimate letters, exchanged from 1788 to 1821, offer a window into a vibrant era marked by intellectual ferment, social change, and historical events like the French Revolution. The author skillfully weaves the story of this friendship into the broader tapestry of the time, exploring themes of female agency, societal expectations, and the complexities of personal relationships. Readers are transported to salons and drawing-rooms where lively discussions about literature, politics, and current affairs take place, encountering fascinating figures such as Dr. Samuel Johnson, Fanny Burney, and the renowned actress Sarah Siddons. Beyond the historical backdrop, the book explores universal themes of love, loss, family dynamics, and the enduring power of friendship. Piozzi's letters, filled with her characteristic wit, offer insights into her second marriage, her sometimes strained relationship with her daughters, and her experiences as a woman navigating a society undergoing significant transformation. Through the intimate lens of these letters, the book provides a fresh perspective on a pivotal period in history, revealing the enduring relevance of female friendship and intellectual pursuits in shaping individual lives and broader social currents. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Intimate Letters of Hester Piozzi and Penelope Pennington, 1788-1821
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330830393
• ISBN 13: 9781330830390
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Letters

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This book delves into the captivating world of 18th-century literary society through the lens of a remarkable friendship between two women. Hester Lynch Piozzi, a central figure among the Blue Stockings renowned for her wit and intellect, and Penelope Pennington, a woman of grace and literary inclination, formed a bond that spanned decades. Their intimate letters, exchanged from 1788 to 1821, offer a window into a vibrant era marked by intellectual ferment, social change, and historical events like the French Revolution. The author skillfully weaves the story of this friendship into the broader tapestry of the time, exploring themes of female agency, societal expectations, and the complexities of personal relationships. Readers are transported to salons and drawing-rooms where lively discussions about literature, politics, and current affairs take place, encountering fascinating figures such as Dr. Samuel Johnson, Fanny Burney, and the renowned actress Sarah Siddons. Beyond the historical backdrop, the book explores universal themes of love, loss, family dynamics, and the enduring power of friendship. Piozzi's letters, filled with her characteristic wit, offer insights into her second marriage, her sometimes strained relationship with her daughters, and her experiences as a woman navigating a society undergoing significant transformation. Through the intimate lens of these letters, the book provides a fresh perspective on a pivotal period in history, revealing the enduring relevance of female friendship and intellectual pursuits in shaping individual lives and broader social currents.