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Edgeworth, Maria

24,886 words, approx. 83 pages

Maria Edgeworth (1768 - 1849) English novelist, short story writer, essayist, and playwright. Maria Edgeworth: Introduction Maria Edgeworth: Principal Works Maria Edgeworth: Primary Sources Maria Edge... Read more

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Maria Edgeworth

697 words, approx. 3 pages

The British author Maria Edgeworth (1767-1849) wrote novels that are characterized by clear, vivid style, good humor, and lively dialogue.Maria Edgeworth was born on Jan. 1, 1767, the second of the 21... Read more

Maria Edgeworth

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Maria Edgeworth was the best-known novelist in Britain from 1800 until the publication of Walter Scott's Waverley in 1814. She was also one of the most important writers of fiction for children in th... Read more

Maria Edgeworth

4,728 words, approx. 16 pages

On a literary tour in 1813, Maria Edgeworth was recognized by literary celebrities in London and Paris as one of the most important authors in the English-speaking world. Her only rival in popularity ... Read more

Maria Edgeworth

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Maria Edgeworth was one of the most popular writers of the early nineteenth century. Although her fame during her lifetime was based on her adult novels, especially those set in Ireland, Edgeworth als... Read more