Other People's Daughters by Ruth Brandon
This is a rich and fascinating account of the lives of those whose suppressed fury, romantic daydreams and intellectual frustration provide a unique prism through which Ruth Brandon explores Victorian attitudes to women, family and class.
'Ruth Brandon's book addresses a remarkably interesting subject, exploring the real-life experiences that supplied so rich a vein of literature'-- Philip Hensher THE SPECTATOR 'engrossing' LITERARY REVIEW 'This fascinating history paints a vivid picture, from Mary Wollstonecraft and the Brontes to Anna Leonowens (the inspiration for The King and I).' SAINSBURY'S MAGAZINE 'a rich and fascinating account of the lives lived by governesses as well as an exploration of Victorian attitudes to women, family and class.' BEST OF BRITISH 'beautifully told, effortlessly thoughtful study' -- Frances Wilson THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 'The accounts of these women's lives are riveting, and the conclusions of this excellent book thoughtful and beautifully expressed.' -- Salley Vickers INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY 'a well-researched and enjoyable account of women who have hitherto been too lightly considered.' FAMILY HISTORY MONTHLY 'Other People's Daughters uncovers some fascinating accounts of women compelled to support themselves in a society which viewed their activities with suspicion... compelling' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT 'fascinating... richly enjoyable - and a killer weapon for use on anyone who can't see why feminism was ever necessary.' THE OLDIE 'a fascinating portrayal of both the rather depressing life of a governess and the overall Victorian attitude towards women and education.' THE FIELD 'Ruth Brandon can tell a good story' BBC HISTORY MAGAZINE 'Brandon has woven the personal accounts of a handful of very different women into a compelling insightful narrative. Highly readable...' HISTORICAL NOVELS REVIEW
Ruth Brandon has written several history books, including, among others, The Spiritualists, The Dollar Princesses and The New Women and the Old Men, as well as biographies of Houdini and (most recently) the chef Alexis Soyer. She graduated from Girton College, Cambridge, and lives in London.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780297851134 |
| ISBN 10 | 0297851136 |
| Title | Other People's Daughters |
| Author | Ruth Brandon |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Orion Publishing Co |
| Year published | 2008-03-13 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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