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Author Stanhope, Hester, Lady, 1776-1839
Editor Meryon, Charles Lewis, 1783-1877
Title Memoirs of the Lady Hester Stanhope, as related by herself in conversations with her physician, vol. 1 (of 3)
Original Publication London: Henry Colburn, 1846.
Credits Carol Brown, Emmanuel Ackerman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "Memoirs of the Lady Hester Stanhope" as related by herself in conversations with her physician is a historical account likely written during the mid-19th century. The work provides insights into the life and travels of Lady Hester Stanhope, a notable figure of her time, along with her opinions and anecdotes involving prominent individuals she encountered. This memoir promises a glimpse into the unique experiences and perspectives of a woman who traversed cultural boundaries during an era marked by rigidity in societal roles. The opening of the memoir introduces readers to Lady Hester Stanhope through the lens of her physician, who reflects on their time together as she embarks on her adventurous travels starting in 1810. The narrative highlights Hester's noble background, her eccentric character, and her emotional struggles, particularly regarding her declining fortunes and health as she ages in the East among various cultural influences. As the physician recounts the details of her life, including her defiance against the Emir Beshýr and her efforts to maintain her independence, readers are drawn into her world of resilience and complex relationships, setting the stage for a richer understanding of her character and challenges in the chapters to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Middle East -- Description and travel
Subject Stanhope, Hester, Lady, 1776-1839
Subject Eccentrics and eccentricities -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Nobility -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject British -- Middle East -- History -- 19th century
Subject Women travelers -- Middle East -- Biography
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EBook-No. 72165
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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