Janet Todd’s Death and the Maidens: Fanny Wollstonecraft and the Shelley Circle offers a compelling exploration of the life of Fanny Wollstonecraft, the often-overlooked sister of Mary Wollstonecraft, and her influence within the dynamic Shelley literary circle. The book delves into themes of creativity, tragedy, and female agency during the Romantic period, shedding light on Fanny’s complex relationships and untimely death. Todd’s nuanced narrative not only reclaims Fanny's story from historical obscurity but also provides rich insight into the challenges faced by women writers in the early 19th century, making it an essential read for anyone interested in literary history and feminist studies.
Janet Todd’s Death and the Maidens: Fanny Wollstonecraft and the Shelley Circle offers a compelling exploration of the life of Fanny Wollstonecraft, the often-overlooked sister of Mary Wollstonecraft, and her influence within the dynamic Shelley literary circle. The book delves into themes of creativity, tragedy, and female agency during the Romantic period, shedding light on Fanny’s complex relationships and untimely death. Todd’s nuanced narrative not only reclaims Fanny's story from historical obscurity but also provides rich insight into the challenges faced by women writers in the early 19th century, making it an essential read for anyone interested in literary history and feminist studies.
Profile Books 2007 Hardback good clean copy apart from name written on 2nd page
