| Author |
Trench, Melesina Chenevix St. George, 1768-1827 |
| Editor |
Trench, Richard Chenevix, 1807-1886 |
| Title |
The remains of the late Mrs. Richard Trench : being selections from her journals, letters, & other papers
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| Original Publication |
London: Parker, Son, and Bourn, 1862.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
MWS and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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| Summary |
"The Remains of the Late Mrs. Richard Trench" is a collection of selections from the journals, letters, and other papers of Melesina Chenevix, edited by her son, the Dean of Westminster, and published in the early 19th century. The work provides a glimpse into the life and reflections of Chenevix, encompassing her experiences growing up in a prominent family marked by the early loss of her parents and detailing notable events and relationships throughout her life. It is not just a personal diary; it reflects the social and cultural dynamics of her time, particularly through her travels and correspondences. At the start of the collection, the editor sets the tone by expressing his hesitations about presenting his mother's writings to the public, which he believes may not hold the weight of established literary contributions. The opening chapters chronicle Melesina's early years, including the loss of her parents and her upbringing with her grandfather, the Bishop of Waterford. Through her candid reflections, Melesina recounts her childhood experiences, the influence of her grandfather's values, and her gradual navigation into adulthood, including her marriage and the challenges that followed. The depth of her thoughts provide insight into her character, highlighting her sensitivity, love for literature, and the impact of various personal and societal events on her life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
CT: History: Biography
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| Subject |
Trench, Melesina Chenevix St. George, 1768-1827
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74331 |
| Release Date |
Aug 29, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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