Anna Van Schurman

Anna Van Schurman: Artist, Scholar, Saint is a biographical book written by Una Birch in 1909. The book details the life of Anna Van Schurman, a 17th-century Dutch woman who was a pioneer in the fields of art, scholarship, and religion. Anna was born in 1607 and was raised in a wealthy family that encouraged her education. She was fluent in several languages and became known for her exceptional artistic abilities, particularly in embroidery and calligraphy.Anna also became a prominent scholar, studying philosophy, theology, and mathematics. She corresponded with some of the most famous intellectuals of her time, including Rene Descartes and Constantijn Huygens. Anna was also a devout Christian and became known for her piety and charity work, eventually being considered for sainthood by the Catholic Church.Birch's book provides a detailed account of Anna's life, including her upbringing, education, and accomplishments. It also explores the cultural and historical context of Anna's time, including the role of women in society and the religious conflicts of the era. The book is a tribute to Anna's remarkable life and achievements and sheds light on an often-overlooked figure in history.This Book Is In English.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.