Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Her Life And Letters 1689 to 1762

Lady Mary Wortley Montagu was a prominent figure in 18th century England, known for her wit, intelligence, and independent spirit. In this book, author Lewis Melville provides a comprehensive biography of Lady Mary, tracing her life from her birth in 1689 to her death in 1762. Melville delves into Lady Mary's upbringing as the daughter of a wealthy aristocrat, her marriage to the prominent politician Edward Wortley Montagu, and her travels throughout Europe and the Middle East. Throughout her life, Lady Mary was a prolific writer and correspondent, and Melville draws heavily on her letters to provide insight into her personality, beliefs, and experiences.The book also explores Lady Mary's contributions to literature and medicine. She was a talented poet and essayist, and her letters from her travels in Turkey and the Ottoman Empire are considered some of the earliest and most insightful accounts of life in the region. Additionally, Lady Mary was an advocate for smallpox inoculation, and her efforts to promote the practice helped save countless lives.Overall, Lady Mary Wortley Montagu Her Life And Letters 1689 to 1762 offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who defied societal expectations and left a lasting impact on history.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.