Emmeline - Brunton, Mary
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Emmeline: With Some Other Pieces is a novel written by Mary Brunton and published in 1819. The novel follows the life of Emmeline, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. As she struggles to adapt to her new life, she finds solace in her friendships with other women and in her love for nature. The novel also includes several other pieces, including short stories and essays on various topics such as education and women's rights. Brunton's writing is characterized by her strong feminist views and her belief in the importance of women's education and independence. Emmeline:…mehr

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Emmeline: With Some Other Pieces is a novel written by Mary Brunton and published in 1819. The novel follows the life of Emmeline, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. As she struggles to adapt to her new life, she finds solace in her friendships with other women and in her love for nature. The novel also includes several other pieces, including short stories and essays on various topics such as education and women's rights. Brunton's writing is characterized by her strong feminist views and her belief in the importance of women's education and independence. Emmeline: With Some Other Pieces was well-received upon its publication and is considered an important work of early feminist literature. It remains a popular read for those interested in the history of women's rights and the early 19th century novel.To Which Is Prefixed A Memoir Of Her Life, Including Some Extracts From Her Correspondence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Autorenporträt
Mary Brunton (1778-1818), born Mary Balfour, was a Scottish novelist best known for her works that explore themes of moral growth, personal responsibility, and the struggles of women in the societal constraints of the early 19th century. She was the daughter of Colonel Thomas Balfour of Elwick, a British Army officer. Her father's position allowed her a comfortable upbringing and an education that included both the classical and literary works of the time. Brunton's writing reflects her deep engagement with moral issues, particularly around self-discipline and the consequences of unchecked emotions and desires. Her most famous work, Self-Control (1811), explores the inner conflict of a young woman torn between passion and rationality, illustrating the importance of self-mastery in navigating relationships and societal expectations. In Discipline (1814), she examines the transformation of a spoiled young woman who must learn the hard lessons of responsibility and moral growth following personal and family tragedy. After marrying the Reverend Alexander Brunton, she became known as Mary Brunton. Despite her early death, Brunton's novels, particularly Self-Control and Discipline, remain important contributions to early 19th-century literature, offering keen insights into human psychology, gender roles, and the moral expectations of women during her time.