In The Courts Of Memory, 1858-1875: From Contemporary Letters - Couverture souple

Hegermann-Lindencrone, L De

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9376809173 ISBN 13 : 9789376809172

Editeur : Double 9 Books, 2026

Synopsis

In the courts of memory, 1858-1875 from contemporary letters presents a collection of personal correspondence that offers insight into social life, cultural events, and private reflection during a significant historical period. The letters capture interactions with prominent figures, artistic circles, and social gatherings, revealing the nuances of etiquette, friendship, and personal aspiration. Observations on music, society, and cultural trends provide a vivid backdrop, while reflections on daily life and family relationships highlight the author s thoughtful and perceptive voice. The collection emphasizes the interplay between public appearance and private sentiment, showing how individuals navigate expectation, decorum, and personal desire. Rather than focusing solely on major events, the letters illuminate ordinary experiences, social dynamics, and the subtleties of personal engagement. Through descriptive detail, reflective commentary, and attentive observation, the work conveys the texture of a bygone world, offering readers an intimate perspective on life, art, and society, where memory, correspondence, and cultural awareness intersect to preserve both emotion and historical context.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Lillie De Hegermann-Lindencrone was born on June 18 1844 in Cambridge Massachusetts United States and died in 1928. She was a trained singer and later became a diplomat s wife, known for her detailed and engaging correspondence that captured social, cultural, and diplomatic life. Her letters, including the published collection The Sunny Side of Diplomatic Life, provide insight into the routines, relationships, and etiquette of diplomatic circles while highlighting artistic and cultural observation. She skillfully combined personal reflection with social commentary, conveying both everyday experiences and interactions with prominent figures. Her writing demonstrates perceptive attention to detail, memory, and social nuance, emphasizing the interplay between private sentiment and public expectation. Through her correspondence she preserved a vivid record of cultural life and social dynamics, offering readers a window into personal, artistic, and diplomatic environments. Her legacy includes contributions to historical and literary understanding, as well as an enduring reflection of elegance, observation, and cultural awareness.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9376809173
• ISBN 13: 9789376809172
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 290
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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