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Emma Marshall: A Biographical Sketch reveals the life and work of a devoted writer and mother, traced from childhood to the later years.
Beatrice Marshall offers a focused portrait of Emma Marshall, framed by her Norfolk roots, a Quaker upbringing, and a family life shaped by love, loss, and perseverance. The narrative follows her birth in 1830 at Northrepps Hill House, the influence of her banking family ties, and how early experiences and memories—like learning poetry and keeping letters—hint at a lifelong gift for writing. It also traces her family’s move to Bristol and the challenges of balancing motherhood with a productive writing career.
The book foregrounds the daily realities of a woman who shaped her times through letters, friendships, and published work, including a long association with the Tauchnitz series. Readers see the pressures of parenting several children, financial concerns, and the pursuit of literary goals through changing places and seasons, all while maintaining a deep sense of faith and community.
- A vivid sense of place, from Norwich’s streets and cathedrals to Bristol’s Westbury Park.
- Insight into family life, friendships, and the enduring bonds that supported her writing.
- Snapshots of a woman balancing motherhood, health, and a steady stream of publishing work.
- Personal reflections drawn from diaries, letters, and biographical details that illuminate character and resilience.
Ideal for readers of biographical sketches, Victorian-era letters, and women’s history who seek an intimate portrait of a writer and mother in a changing world.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and work of Emma Marshall, a prolific Victorian author whose vast body of historical fiction brought bygone eras back to life. Credited with 170 publications, Marshall's writings were steeped in historical accuracy and imbued with a deep understanding of the social and cultural nuances of past times. The author meticulously traces Marshall's writing journey, from her early childhood in Norwich, where she was immersed in the city's rich historical tapestry, to her blossoming into a respected literary figure. The narrative explores the motivations and experiences that shaped Marshall's unique style, examining how her Quaker upbringing and passion for history converged to create compelling and authentic tales. Beyond the biographical, this book offers insightful commentary on Marshall's literary repertoire. It sheds light on her masterful ability to capture the spirit of different historical periods, from medieval England to the Victorian era, and highlights her skill in creating memorable characters and intricate plots. Through Marshall's works, readers gain a profound appreciation for the complexities of the past, gaining valuable insights into the human condition across time. This book is not just a biography but an exploration of the transformative power of historical fiction. It illuminates Marshall's significant contribution to the genre, demonstrating how her writings continue to captivate readers and inspire a deeper understanding of our shared history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330291771_0
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Emma Marshall : A Biographical Sketch (Classic Reprint)
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Forgotten Books, 2015
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 384 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25775722/2
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