The Diaries Of A Duchess: Extracts From The Diaries Of The First Duchess Of Northumberland 1716-1776 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436678766)

The Diaries of a Duchess is a historical non-fiction book that features extracts from the diaries of Elizabeth Seymour Percy, the first Duchess of Northumberland. The diaries span from 1716 to 1776, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into the life of a noblewoman during the Georgian era.Through her diaries, Elizabeth shares her experiences and observations on various aspects of life, including politics, society, and culture. She also details her personal life, including her marriage to the Duke of Northumberland and the birth of her children.The book offers valuable insights into the social and political climate of the time, as well as the daily life of the aristocracy. It also sheds light on the role of women in Georgian society and the challenges they faced.Overall, The Diaries of a Duchess is a fascinating and informative read that will appeal to anyone interested in history, particularly the Georgian era, and the lives of women during this time.Elizabeth Percy Was The Only Surviving Child Of The Seventh Duke Of Somerset And The Wife Of Hugh Percy, The First Duke Of Northumberland, And Was A Prominent Figure In English And Continental Society. Her Diaries Offer Great Insight To Society At This Period Of Time.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.

Author: Elizabeth Seymour Percy Northumberland
ISBN-10: 1436678765
ISBN-13: 9781436678766
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.31lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d