Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Lady Fanshawe is a historical account of the life of Lady Fanshawe, the wife of Sir Richard Fanshawe, who served as an ambassador to the courts of Portugal and Madrid during the reign of Charles II. The book was written by Lady Fanshawe herself and was published posthumously in 1830. The book provides a detailed description of Lady Fanshawe's life, including her childhood, her marriage to Sir Richard Fanshawe, and her experiences living in Portugal and Madrid. Lady Fanshawe also provides insights into the political and social climate of the time, as well as her interactions with important figures such as the King of Portugal and the Queen of Spain. In addition to her diplomatic duties, Lady Fanshawe was also involved in the arts, and the book includes descriptions of her efforts to promote music and theater in Portugal and Spain. The book also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on Lady Fanshawe's life, providing a unique perspective on the era. Overall, Memoirs of Lady Fanshawe is a fascinating historical account that provides insight into the life of a prominent woman during a tumultuous period in European history.With Extracts From The Correspondence Of Sir Richard Fanshawe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
