Maria Edgeworth
Maria Edgeworth (1 January 1768 - 22 May 1849) was a prolific Anglo-Irish writer of adults' and children's literature. She was one of the first realist writers in children's literature and was a significant figure in the evolution of the novel in Europe. She held advanced views, for a woman of her time, on estate management, politics and education, and corresponded with some of the leading literary and economic writers, including Sir Walter Scott and David Ricardo.
Maria Edgeworth (1 January 1768 - 22 May 1849) was a prolific Anglo-Irish writer of adults' and children's literature. She was one of the first realist writers in children's literature and was a significant figure in the evolution of the novel in Europe. She held advanced views, for a woman of her time, on estate management, politics and education, and corresponded with some of the leading literary and economic writers, including Sir Walter Scott and David Ricardo. See less
Maria Edgeworth's Featured Books
Maria Edgeworth book reviews
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Castle Rackrent
Delightful reading
by Brigith, Feb 26, 2009
If you, like me, are interested in Irish Novel, Big House Novel, Ireland in 19th century, etc... you must read this book published in 1800 and which influenced many writers after that.
The service ... Read More
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Belinda
Kept me hooked to the last page
by Rosanne, Mar 19, 2008
A delightful story of a beautiful and refreshingly rational and intelligent young lady (wouldn't mind a few more of those!) who learns from the mistakes of those around her, Belinda had me burning ... Read More
