Mrs. Montagu 1720-1800: An Essay

By R Huchon

Book Overview

""Mrs. Montagu 1720-1800: An Essay"" is a biographical work by R. Huchon that explores the life and accomplishments of Elizabeth Montagu, a prominent figure in 18th century British society. Montagu was a wealthy socialite and patron of the arts, known for her literary salons and her support of women's education. Huchon's essay delves into Montagu's personal and professional life, discussing her relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Samuel Johnson and David Garrick. The book also examines Montagu's contributions to the cultural and intellectual landscape of her era, particularly her efforts to promote the work of women writers. Overall, ""Mrs. Montagu 1720-1800: An Essay"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who played a significant role in shaping the cultural and intellectual climate of 18th century Britain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430486465
• ISBN13: 9781430486466
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"