Margaret C. Jones
The Adventurous Life of Amelia B. Edwards: Egyptologist, Novelist, Activist
The Adventurous Life of Amelia B. Edwards: Egyptologist, Novelist, Activist
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Amelia B. Edwards was a celebrated cultural figure in Victorian England, known for her best-selling fiction and travel writing. She later became a celebrated historian, founding the Egyptian Exploration Fund (Society). This biography uses previously overlooked sources to explore her life, travels, travails, feminist activism, and same-sex relationships, revealing a versatile, creative, witty, independent woman and pioneer of her time.
Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 11 August 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Amelia B. Edwards was a remarkable cultural icon in Victorian England, revered by authors such as Anthony Trollope and Robert Browning for her immensely popular fiction and by the general public for her witty and insightful travel writing. As she grew older, she transitioned into a celebrated historian, imparting a fresh perspective on the ancient world of Egypt to a captivated audience. Additionally, she established the Egyptian Exploration Fund (Society), a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to exploring and documenting Egypt's rich cultural heritage.
This new biography delves into the untold story of Edwards' captivating and unconventional life, encompassing her travels, hardships, and unwavering feminist activism. It also explores her occasionally controversial views on race, shedding light on her involvement in suffrage and animal rights societies. Furthermore, the book uncovers new insights into Edwards' loving same-sex relationships with Ellen Rice Byrne and Lucy Renshaw, providing a comprehensive portrayal of this versatile, creative, witty, and independent woman who truly paved the way for her time.
In essence, this biography offers a profound appreciation for Edwards' pioneering spirit and unwavering dedication to social justice, showcasing her as a true pioneer and a remarkable figure who left an indelible mark on the world of literature and history.
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350293960
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