Publisher's Synopsis
""The Diaries of a Duchess"" is a large print edition book that contains extracts from the diaries of Elizabeth Seymour Percy, the first Duchess of Northumberland, covering the years 1716 to 1776. The book provides a unique insight into the life of a woman who lived in a time of great social and political change in England. The diary entries cover a range of topics, including the Duchess's daily life, her relationships with family and friends, her travels, and her involvement in the political and cultural events of the time. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, particularly the history of women and their place in society. The large print format makes it easy to read for those with visual impairments or anyone who prefers larger text.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) Elizabeth Percy Was The Only Surviving Child Of The Seventh Duke Of Somerset And The Wife Of Hugh Percy, The First Duke Of Northumberland, And Was A Prominent Figure In English And Continental Society. Her Diaries Offer Great Insight To Society At This Period Of Time.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.
