Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark

Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark

by Mary Wollstonecraft
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Publication Date: 08/04/2024

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In her poignant travelogue, 'Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark,' Mary Wollstonecraft offers a rich tapestry of observation and reflection, combining her keen insights on the nature of human society with vivid descriptions of the Scandinavian landscape. Written in epistolary form, the text merges personal narrative with broader social commentary, revealing Wollstonecraft's desire to understand the cultural environments she encounters. Her eloquent prose captures the sublime beauty of nature while also critiquing the socio-political structures of the time, placing her work firmly within the Enlightenment context that celebrated reason and individualism. Mary Wollstonecraft, a pioneering advocate for women's rights and a foundational figure in feminist philosophy, is best known for her seminal work, 'A Vindication of the Rights of Woman.' The journey that inspired these letters was not merely a physical exploration but also a quest for insight into the human condition and the potential for personal and societal transformation. Her travels served as a catalyst for her revolutionary ideas about gender equality and education, revealing her deep commitment to enlightenment ideals. Readers seeking an enriching experience will find this work to be a profound meditation on the interplay of nature, society, and personal reflection. Wollstonecraft's articulate observations and pioneering spirit make this book essential for anyone interested in early feminist thought, travel literature, or the historical context of the Enlightenment.

ISBN:
9788028361099
9788028361099
Category:
Literary essays
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
08-04-2024
Language:
English
Publisher:
Sharp Ink
Mary Wollstonecraft

Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-97) was an educational, political and feminist writer who early in her life worked as a companion, teacher and governess.

In 1788 she settled in London as a translator and reader for the publisher Joseph Johnson, becoming part of the radical set that included Paine, Blake, Godwin and the painter Fuseli. Her great work, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, was published in 1792.

She lived in Paris during the French Revolution and had a child by the American Gilbert Imlay, who deserted her. She returned to London in 1795 and, following her attempted suicide, became involved with Godwin, whom she married in 1797, shortly before the birth (which proved fatal) of her daughter, the future Mary Shelley. She left several unfinished works, including Maria.

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