Sacharissa: Some Account Of Dorothy Sidney, Countess Of Sunderland, Her Family And Friends, 1617-1684 (1901)

By Julia Cartwright Ady

Book Overview

Sacharissa: Some Account Of Dorothy Sidney, Countess Of Sunderland, Her Family And Friends, 1617-1684 is a historical biography written by Julia Cartwright in 1901. The book delves into the life of Dorothy Sidney, who was the Countess of Sunderland during the 17th century. The author explores the life of Sidney and her family, including her father, Robert Sidney, the Earl of Leicester, and her brother, Algernon Sidney, a famous politician and writer. The book provides insight into the political and social climate of the 17th century, as well as the life of the aristocracy during this time. The author also discusses Sidney's relationships with her family and friends, including her close friendship with the poet, Sir Philip Sidney. Cartwright's writing is highly detailed and informative, providing a comprehensive account of Sidney's life and the world in which she lived. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the English aristocracy and the cultural and political landscape of the 17th century.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: 116409811X
• ISBN13: 9781164098119
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"