Letters Of The Lady Brilliana Harley, Wife Of Sir Robert Harley, Of Brampton Bryan, Knight Of The Bath

By Lady Brilliana Harley and Brilliana Harley

Book Overview

Letters of the Lady Brilliana Harley is a collection of letters written by Lady Brilliana Harley, the wife of Sir Robert Harley, during the English Civil War. The book is edited by historian John Lloyd and provides a unique insight into the life of a woman living in a war-torn country during the 17th century.Lady Brilliana's letters cover a range of topics, from her daily life in Brampton Bryan to her interactions with soldiers and politicians during the war. She describes the challenges of living in a besieged castle, including shortages of food and supplies, as well as the constant threat of attack from Royalist forces.The book also sheds light on Lady Brilliana's personal relationships, including her close bond with her son Edward and her troubled marriage to Sir Robert. Through her letters, readers gain a sense of Lady Brilliana's strong character and her unwavering commitment to her family and her beliefs.Overall, Letters of the Lady Brilliana Harley is a valuable historical document that provides a fascinating glimpse into the experiences of a woman living through one of the most tumultuous periods in English history.This scarce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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432634771
• ISBN13: 9781432634773
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"