Castle Rackrent - Edgeworth, Maria
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Maria Edgeworth (1767 - 1849) was an Irish novelist. Maria managed her father's large estate and later drew on this knowledge in her novels. Maria's stories had a moral purpose. The stories often pointed out the responsibility of the upper class toward their tenants. During the 1790s, with Ireland in political crisis, Maria Edgeworth made a surprisingly rebellious choice: in Castle Rackrent. She adopted an Irish Catholic voice to narrate the decline of a family from her own Anglo-Irish class. With this satire on Anglo-Irish landlords Edgeworth pioneered the regional novel and inspired Sir…mehr

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Maria Edgeworth (1767 - 1849) was an Irish novelist. Maria managed her father's large estate and later drew on this knowledge in her novels. Maria's stories had a moral purpose. The stories often pointed out the responsibility of the upper class toward their tenants. During the 1790s, with Ireland in political crisis, Maria Edgeworth made a surprisingly rebellious choice: in Castle Rackrent. She adopted an Irish Catholic voice to narrate the decline of a family from her own Anglo-Irish class. With this satire on Anglo-Irish landlords Edgeworth pioneered the regional novel and inspired Sir Walter Scott's Waverley (1814). She also changed the focus of conflict in Ireland from religion to class and boldly predicted the rise of the Irish Catholic bourgeoisie.
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Maria Edgeworth was an Irish novelist and educationalist, born in 1768, she is best known for her contributions to children's literature and her novels that explore social issues and moral themes, particularly in works like ""Tales and Novels."" This collection includes stories designed to impart moral lessons through engaging narratives, showcasing her belief in the importance of education and character development. Edgeworth's writing is characterized by its realism, wit, and keen observation of human behavior. Her most notable works, such as ""Castle Rackrent,"" employ innovative narrative techniques that reflect the complexities of Irish society. She often focused on themes of gender roles and the moral responsibilities of individuals within their communities. In addition to fiction, Edgeworth wrote essays on education and social reform, advocating for improved educational opportunities, especially for women. Her influence extended beyond her lifetime, and she remains an important figure in both Irish and British literature, celebrated for her insights into character and society.