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Mary Powell & Deborah's Diary

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ISBN/EAN: 8596547338635
Umbreit-Nr.: 9499608

Sprache: Englisch
Umfang: 140 S., 0.38 MB
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Erschienen am 16.09.2022
Auflage: 1/2022


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  • Zusatztext

    • Anne Manning's 'Mary Powell& Deborah's Diary' is a captivating novel that gives readers a glimpse into two different perspectives of women during the English Civil War. The book is presented in the form of two diaries, one by Mary Powell, the wife of a Parliamentarian, and the other by Deborah, a Royalist. Manning skillfully intertwines historical events with personal accounts, allowing readers to experience the impact of the war on ordinary women. The unique narrative style and detailed descriptions make the story both engaging and educational, offering a valuable insight into the lives of women during this tumultuous period in history.

  • Autorenportrait
    • Anne Manning (18071879) was an esteemed British novelist and writer, celebrated for her historical fiction and for bringing a touch of sentiment and domestic realism to her works. Manning employed a unique narrative style characterized by a personal memoir approach, frequently adopting the first-person perspective to foster an intimate connection with her readers. 'Mary Powell& Deborah's Diary' is a prime example of her ability to recreate historical times with vibrant detail and emotional depth. In this book, Manning explores the domestic life of the 17th century, presenting an evocative portrayal of the period surrounding the English Civil War by weaving a narrative through the fictitious diaries of Mary Powell, the wife of John Milton. This work, along with others like 'The Household of Sir Thomas More,' showcases her talent for blending factual history with imaginative storytelling, thereby offering insight into the lives of historical figures while maintaining the reader's emotional engagement. Her literary contributions helped to shape the genre of historical fiction, ensuring her place as an important figure in Victorian literature. Manning's dedication to historical accuracy, coupled with her penchant for tender narrative, engenders her work with a sense of authenticity and humanism that continues to endear her to readers and scholars alike.