The Letter-Bag of Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope — Volume 1 by A. M. W. Stirling
"The Letter-Bag of Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope — Volume 1" by A. M. W. Stirling is a historical collection of letters written between 1806 and 1873, reflecting the personal and social dynamics of a prominent Yorkshire family during a fascinating period of British history. The book serves as a sequel to previous works by the author, encompassing the correspondence of Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope and her family, primarily her son John, providing insights into
their lives amidst the backdrop of the Georgian and Victorian eras. The opening of the volume introduces readers to the rich context of the era, presenting a lively picture of domestic life at Grosvenor Square as the Spencer-Stanhope family navigates social events, family dynamics, and the wider world of "ton"—an influential class associated with fashion and social standing. We witness glimpses of characters such as the witty and observant Marianne and her amiable brother John, as well as their interactions with notable figures of the time, setting the stage for a narrative that intertwines personal anecdotes with historical events, revealing both the lighthearted and serious elements of life as lived by this notable family. The letters vividly capture the essence of society's engagements, sentiments towards political matters, and the cultural atmosphere of early 19th-century England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Compiler | Stirling, A. M. W. (Anna Maria Wilhelmina), 1865-1965 |
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| Title | The Letter-Bag of Lady Elizabeth Spencer-Stanhope — Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Anne Soulard, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century |
| Subject | Spencer-Stanhope, Elizabeth Wilhelmina Coke, Lady, 1795-1873 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7253 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 114 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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