The Lives Of Andrew Robinson Bowes, Esq. And The Countess Of Strathmore (1815)

By Jesse Foot

Book Overview

The Lives of Andrew Robinson Bowes, Esq. and the Countess of Strathmore is a book written by Jesse Foot and originally published in 1815. The book tells the story of the tumultuous lives of Andrew Robinson Bowes and his wife, Mary Eleanor Bowes, who later became the Countess of Strathmore. Andrew Robinson Bowes was a wealthy landowner and politician in 18th century England. He married Mary Eleanor, a young heiress, in 1767. However, their marriage was a disaster from the beginning, with Bowes being physically and emotionally abusive towards his wife. Mary Eleanor eventually found the courage to leave him and take legal action against him, which was a rare move for a woman at the time. The book explores the details of their marriage and Mary Eleanor's subsequent legal battles. It also delves into the scandalous affairs and scandals that surrounded both Bowes and Mary Eleanor's lives. Overall, The Lives of Andrew Robinson Bowes, Esq. and the Countess of Strathmore is a fascinating historical account of a tumultuous marriage and the societal norms of 18th century England.Written From Thirty-Three Years Professional Attendance, From Letters, And Other Well Authenticated Documents.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: 1160713561
• ISBN13: 9781160713566
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"