MARIA EDGEWORTH - Books and biography

It is 'Downton Abbey' meets 'Succession' - but in the 18th century.Four generations of heirs to the Rackrent estate in Ireland are shown to have unique talents for mismanaging it.The careless big spender...

Lord Glenthorn is bored and lacking oomph. But before you feel sorry for him, it is worth knowing that he has a pile of money, a grand title, estates in England and Ireland and no stress.That is until...

Faithful family employee Thady Quirk recounts the decline, over four generations, of the Rackrent family. Through gambling, hapless litigation, and general extravagance the Rackrent’s ruin is accomplished,...

In the quaint countryside of England, a young woman named Helen finds herself at a crossroads. With her father's sudden death, she is left alone and vulnerable, her future uncertain. As she navigates...

The lively comedy of this novel in which a young woman comes of age amid the distractions and temptations of London high society belies the challenges it poses to the conventions of courtship, the dependence...

With her satire on Anglo-Irish landlords in Castle Rackrent (1800), Maria Edgeworth pioneered the regional novel and inspired Sir Walter Scott's Waverley (1814). Politically risky, stylistically innovative,...

Maria Edgeworth's "Leonora" exemplifies her mastery of the novel form, intertwining compelling character studies with sharp social commentary. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Ireland, the narrative...

Maria Edgeworth's "Belinda" is a rich tapestry of early 19th-century social commentary, deftly woven with intricate character studies and moral dilemmas. The novel centers around the eponymous protagonist,...

In her novel "Helen," Maria Edgeworth navigates the intricate interplay of personal development and moral philosophy, offering readers a profound exploration of female empowerment in the early 19th century....

Castle Rackrent is a sharp critique of class dynamics, the moral ambiguities of loyalty, and the intricate nature of landlord-tenant relationships in Ireland. Edgeworth delves into the flaws and excesses...

In "The Bracelets. Or, Amiability and Industry Rewarded," Maria Edgeworth deftly weaves a narrative that explores themes of virtue, personal growth, and social morality through the lives of her characters....

In 'Helen', Maria Edgeworth weaves a rich narrative tapestry that explores the complexities of female education and moral development in early 19th-century England. Through the character of Helen, Edgeworth...

Maria Edgeworth's "Leonora" is a captivating exploration of the complexities of human emotion, societal expectations, and the nature of self-identity in the early 19th century. Set against a backdrop...

Just before coming of age, Lord Colambre, the young hero of the novel, finds that his mother Lady Clonbrony's attempts to buy her way into the high society of London are only ridiculed, while his father,...

The author has taken a serious subject in the history of Ireland and as always masterfully presented it in a funny, ironic and entertaining way. This historical novel is a story of four generations of...

The plot of the novel centers on the newly married Leonora and her decision to bring back to England a woman who had been exiled to France. The woman, Olivia, is known as a "coquette," and her controversial...

Maria Edgeworth's "Patronage" is a keenly observed exploration of the intricate relationships between social class, patronage, and personal aspirations in early 19th-century England. The novel navigates...

Maria Edgeworth's "Patronage" unfolds a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of early 19th-century England, exploring the intricacies of social class, personal ambition, and the influence of...

In her groundbreaking novel "Belinda," Maria Edgeworth intricately weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of gender, class, and the institution of marriage in early 19th-century England. Utilizing...

Maria Edgeworth was a prolific Anglo-Irish writer of adults' and children's literature. She was one of the first realist writers in children's literature and was a significant figure in the evolution...

Lord and Lady Clonbrony are more concerned with fashionable London society than with their responsibilities to those who live and work on their Irish estates. Concerned by this negligence, their son Lord...

"Practical Education" is an educational treatise written by Maria Edgeworth and her father Richard Lovell Edgeworth. It is a comprehensive theory of education that combines the ideas of philosophers John...

Practical Education (Vol.1&2) edited by Maria Edgeworth and Richard Lovell Edgeworth offers an enlightening exploration into the realms of educational theory and child development through an array...

Richard Lovell Edgeworth: A Selection From His Memoirs offers a profound exploration into the multi-faceted world of the 18th and early 19th centuries, captured through personal reflections and narratives....

Richard Lovell Edgeworth: A Selection From His Memoirs offers a captivating glimpse into the rich tapestry of late 18th and early 19th-century literature, chronicling life through an intricate blend of...

This book contains 25 short stories from 5 classic, prize-winning and noteworthy authors. The stories were carefully selected by the critic August Nemo, in a collection that will please the literature...

The 'Regency Romance - Ultimate Collection' brings together an expansive tapestry of narratives that not only encapsulate the romantic spirit of the Regency era but also explore the intricate societal...

In times when the constraining customs and public scrutiny prevailed, there were still female writers who wrote about the true nature of woman's passion. e-artnow presents to you the authentic regency...

The anthology "The Greatest Regency Romance Novels" captures the essence of love, society, and intrigue that defined the Regency era, bringing together a vibrant tapestry of narratives that span various...

The Greatest Regency Romance Novels presents a captivating exploration of love and society during the Regency era through an exquisite collection of literary works that have profoundly shaped the romance...