Discover the life and letters of Gail Hamilton through intimate portraits, spirited wit, and the moments that shaped a remarkable 19th‑century thinker. This edition offers a vivid window into her personality, work, and world.
Gail Hamilton's Life in Letters, Vol. 1, edited by H. Augusta Dodge, collects biographical sketches, correspondence, and diary-like passages that illuminate a tireless writer, educator, and public figure. Filled with lively scenes from Washington society, literary circles, and the author’s evolving voice, the book presents both the public glamour and private reflections of a woman who shaped discussions of faith, politics, and culture in her era. The material is drawn from personal letters and narrative pieces, offering readers a direct line to the era’s ideals, debates, and daily life without fiction’s fiction’s embellishments. This edition helps readers understand how her thinking developed across years of work, travel, and public engagement.
Ideal for readers of nineteenth‑century letters, biographies, and women’s history who want a grounded, human sense of a prolific writer’s life.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This captivating collection of letters penned by 19th-century American author and social critic Mary Abigail Dodge, better known by her pseudonym Gail Hamilton, unveils an intimate glimpse into her remarkable life and mind. Spanning her youth to her years as a prominent voice in American society, these letters offer a rich tapestry of personal experiences, literary insights, and social commentary. The author's keen observations on education, religion, politics, and gender roles provide a fascinating window into the intellectual and cultural landscape of her time. Through her sharp wit, unwavering principles, and unwavering belief in human potential, Gail Hamilton emerges as a formidable figure whose writings continue to resonate with readers today. This collection serves as a testament to her enduring legacy as a pioneering woman of letters and a voice for progress and enlightenment. 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 9781330803097_0
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 628 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25855387/1
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