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... (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. 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. 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. print-on-demand item.