02372cam a22003253u 4500 10590 UtSlPG 20260610133244.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Melville, Lewis, 1874-1932 Lady Mary Wortley Montague, Her Life and Letters (1689-1762) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-01-01 Produced by Charles Aldarondo, Charles Aldarondo, (no name) and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, Her Life and Letters (1689-1762)" by Lewis Melville is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, an influential figure known for her correspondence and her role in introducing inoculation into England. The book captures her remarkable life, highlighting her intellectual pursuits, cultural observations, and the social dynamics of her time, particularly focusing on her wit and humor in letters that offer insights into 18th-century society. The opening of the biography provides a rich context for understanding Lady Mary Wortley Montagu's significance, including her background, early life, and literary achievements. It discusses her pride in her writing abilities, noting her comparison to Madame Sévigné, a famed letter-writer, as well as her keen observations on social issues, her controversial reputation, and her impact on medicine. The text sets the stage for the exploration of her correspondence, personal experiences, and the societal norms of her era, painting a vivid picture of a woman ahead of her time who navigated a male-dominated society with sharp intellect and profound insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady 1689-1762 -- Correspondence Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady 1689-1762 Montagu, Mary Wortley, Lady, 1689-1762 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10590 52050 52050