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Discover the fascinating life of Lady Byron and her daughters in this groundbreaking biography. This compelling narrative reveals how Lady Byron, far from being a mere shadow of Lord Byron, emerged as a pioneering figure of her time. As the founder of the first Infants School in England and a staunch advocate for educational reform, she defied societal norms that dictated the roles of women in the 19th century. Lady Byron was not only a gifted poet and mathematician, but she also played a crucial role in shaping the future of her daughter, Ada Lovelace, who is now celebrated as a pioneer of computer science. Explore the complexities of her relationships with notable figures, including her adoptive daughter, Medora Leigh, the child of Lord Byron’s affair with his sister. This biography eloquently captures her life and legacy, showcasing a woman who fought against the odds, challenged the conventions of her class, and became a beacon of hope for her contemporaries. With 384 pages of meticulously researched insights, this must-read book is essential for those interested in women's history and the influential figures of the 19th century. Free shipping ensures a prompt delivery; please allow up to 6 weeks. Note that all orders are final and cannot be cancelled once placed.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393082685
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 384
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Far from a victim or an obstacle to Lord Byron's work, Lady Byron was a rebel against the fashionable snobbery of her class, founding the first Infants School and Co-Operative School in England. A poet and a talented mathematician, Lady Byron supported the education of her precocious daughter, Ada Lovelace, now recognised as a pioneer of computer science and she saved from death her "adoptive daughter", Medora Leigh, the child of Lord Byron's incestuous affair with his sister. Lady Byron was adored by the younger abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe and by many notable friends. Yet her complex relationships with her family, including the sister Byron loved, runs like a live wire through this skillfully told, ground-breaking biography of a remarkable woman who made a life for herself and became a leading light in her century.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393082685
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 384
Description:
Far from a victim or an obstacle to Lord Byron's work, Lady Byron was a rebel against the fashionable snobbery of her class, founding the first Infants School and Co-Operative School in England. A poet and a talented mathematician, Lady Byron supported the education of her precocious daughter, Ada Lovelace, now recognised as a pioneer of computer science and she saved from death her "adoptive daughter", Medora Leigh, the child of Lord Byron's incestuous affair with his sister. Lady Byron was adored by the younger abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe and by many notable friends. Yet her complex relationships with her family, including the sister Byron loved, runs like a live wire through this skillfully told, ground-breaking biography of a remarkable woman who made a life for herself and became a leading light in her century.