The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54 (eBook)

Dorothy Osborne (Autor)

Edward Abbott Parry Sir (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
206 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654702478-1 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54," the reader is gifted a remarkable window into the intimate and passionate correspondence between Dorothy Osborne and her beloved, Sir William Temple. Written in elegantly crafted prose, these letters not only convey a profound emotional resonance but also reflect the societal norms and expectations of 17th-century England. Osborne's eloquent style combines wit, humor, and deep sentiment, navigating the complexities of love amidst the constraints of her time, portraying her struggles against familial obligations and societal disapproval with grace and determination. Dorothy Osborne, a member of the English gentry, was an astute and educated woman whose letters showcase her keen intellect and cultural awareness. Her relationship with Sir William Temple, an influential statesman, was fraught with challenges, including the pressures of familial disapproval. This collection offers readers insight into the life of a woman largely confined by the expectations of her gender yet who articulates her desires and yearnings with remarkable clarity and conviction. This volume is highly recommended for readers interested in women's history, epistolary literature, and the complexities of love in a bygone era. Osborne's letters serve not only as a personal testament of affection but also as a rich cultural document, illuminating the interplay between personal longing and social convention during a pivotal time in English history.

Autor

Dorothy Osborne (1627-1695) was an English letter writer and notable figure in literary history, whose personal correspondence has shed valuable light on the private and public life of the seventeenth century. Daughter of Sir Peter Osborne and Dorothy Danvers, Osborne was educated at home, learning various languages and literature which later influenced her epistolary style. She is best known for her collection of letters, 'The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54', which were exchanged during their courtship and offer a fascinating glimpse into her intellect, wit, and the constraints of her period. These letters stand out for their literary merit, engaging narrative and historical insight, capturing the tumultuous era of the English Civil War and Interregnum. Not originally intended for publication, her letters were preserved and later published, revealing her literary prowess and emotional depth. Osborne's style, marked by clarity, vivacity and unaffected grace, bridged a personal archive with the broader canon of English literature. Her contributions, although limited in quantity, remain significant as they exemplify the capacity of personal correspondence to transcend its private origins and resonate within the cultural and historical consciousness.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 28.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Briefe / Tagebücher
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 17th century • 17th century epistolary romance • 17th century romance • Anglo-Dutch Wars historical context • british aristocracy • British Library collection • Correspondence • Dorothy Osborne writings • Early modern English epistles • english restoration literature • epistolary correspondence • epistolary courtship • forbidden love letters • Great Britain • Historical love letters • historical love story • historical romance letters • Historic romantic letters • History • History of Great Britain • intimate historical narrative • Literary collection of love letters • Literary Correspondence • Love-letters • love story biography • passionate letter writing • personal letters collection • poignant emotional expressions • romantic memoir • Sir William Temple correspondence • Social commentary • social life and customs • social norms exploration • Statesmen's spouses • William • Women • Women's history in letters • Women's literary history