{"product_id":"a-mary-f-robinson-victorian-poet-and-modern-woman-of-letters","title":"A. Mary F. Robinson: Victorian Poet and Modern Woman of Letters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAgnes Mary Frances Robinson was a prolific writer who contributed to cultural and literary currents from nineteenth-century Victorianism to twentieth-century modernism. She was born in England in 1857 and was equally at home in London and Paris. This literary biography integrates Robinson's unorthodox life with her development as a writer across genres, revealing the extraordinary woman behind the popular writer and critically acclaimed poet. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 456 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 September 2021\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: McGill-Queen's University Press\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAgnes Mary Frances Robinson, born in England in 1857, was a multifaceted individual who left an indelible mark on cultural and literary currents spanning from nineteenth-century Victorianism to twentieth-century modernism. With equal ease, she thrived in the vibrant cities of London and Paris, producing a prolific body of work in both English and French. Despite her remarkable achievements, Robinson remains a mysterious figure on multiple levels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis literary biography delves into the unconventional life of Robinson, seamlessly intertwining it with her evolution as a writer across various genres. Her most renowned contributions lie in the realm of poetry, where she gained recognition for her evocative and introspective verses. However, Robinson's literary prowess extended far beyond poetry, as she was also a respected biographer, history writer, travel writer, and a long-time contributor of reviews and articles to the esteemed Times Literary Supplement. Over a span of nearly forty years, she graced the pages of this prestigious publication with her insightful observations and literary critiques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to her literary endeavors, Robinson's personal life was equally intriguing. She had a romantic friendship with the renowned writer Vernon Lee, a relationship that was characterized by deep affection and intellectual compatibility. Robinson also experienced two happy and celibate marriages, which allowed her to explore different aspects of love and companionship. Her salons in London and Paris became hubs of literary and artistic activity, attracting prominent figures such as Robert Browning, Oscar Wilde, John Addington Symonds, Gaston Paris, Ernest Renan, and Maurice Barrès. These friendships not only enriched Robinson's life but also left a lasting impact on the literary world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. Mary F. Robinson: Unveiling the Extraordinary Woman Behind the Popular Writer and Critically Acclaimed Poet is the result of a decade of extensive research in international archives and family papers. This comprehensive work sheds light on the remarkable life and achievements of Agnes Mary Frances Robinson, providing a deeper understanding of the woman behind the popular writer and critically acclaimed poet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 672g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 153 x 32 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780228008842\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Patricia Rigg","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44099668574458,"sku":"9780228008842","price":31.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/a-mary-f-robinson-victorian-poet-and-modern-woman-of-letters","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}