The Autobiography and Letters of Mrs M. O. W. Oliphant (Cambridge Library Collection - British and Irish History, 19th Century) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1108033857 ISBN 13: 9781108033855

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2011

Synopsis

The Scots novelist and historical writer Margaret Oliphant (1828–97) wrote over a hundred works ranging from domestic fiction, to historical and regional novels, to literary criticism. She remains famous for the 'Chronicles of Carlingford', which sketch the religious and domestic politics of a provincial community, and in particular for the most popular novel in the cycle, Miss Marjoribanks (1866). Published posthumously in 1899, Oliphant's autobiography brings together fragments written in 1860, 1864, and towards the end of her life, originally written for her sons. These texts were edited by Oliphant's cousin and supplemented by selected letters - including Oliphant's correspondence with the Blackwood family, who published much of her work, and with close family members - to bridge narrative gaps. Focusing on Oliphant's personal life as a mother, widow, and prolific author, this work provides valuable insights into the condition of women in the Victorian era.

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Book Description

Margaret Oliphant (1828–97) was a Scots novelist who published over one hundred works. This posthumous autobiography of 1899, edited by a cousin, brings together unpublished narrative fragments and letters selected to bridge any gaps. It provides valuable insights into the condition of women in the Victorian era.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1108033857
• ISBN 13: 9781108033855
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 386
• Editor: Walker Anne L.