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Mary Wroth: The Countess of Montgomery's Urania (Abridged) (Medieval and Renaissance Texts and Studies) (Volume 403),Used
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The first romance written by an Englishwoman, Mary Wroth's Countess of Montgomery's Urania is a literary tour de force in its own right. As the niece of Sir Philip Sidney, Mary Wroth was ideally situated as an observer and reporter of the social, literary, and political milieu of her time. This abridged modernspelling edition, with a useful introduction and index of characters, makes this work newly accessible to general readers, students, and scholars.
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- Q: What is 'The Countess of Montgomery's Urania' about? A: 'The Countess of Montgomery's Urania' is a romance novel written by Mary Wroth, recognized as the first romance authored by an Englishwoman. It explores the social, literary, and political contexts of Wroth's time through a richly crafted narrative.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Countess of Montgomery's Urania' is Mary Wroth, who was the niece of the famous poet Sir Philip Sidney.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This book is an abridged edition, which means it has been shortened while retaining the core elements of the original text.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'The Countess of Montgomery's Urania' contains 292 pages, making it a substantial read.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, which is lightweight and flexible, ideal for casual reading.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Countess of Montgomery's Urania' was published on January 1, 2011.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students and scholars? A: Yes, this abridged edition is designed to be accessible to general readers, students, and scholars, with a useful introduction and an index of characters.
- Q: What makes this edition of the book special? A: This modern-spelling edition makes the text more accessible to contemporary readers, allowing a wider audience to appreciate Wroth's work.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Countess of Montgomery's Urania'? A: The novel explores themes of love, power, and the complexities of social dynamics during the Renaissance period.
- Q: Can I find an index of characters in this book? A: Yes, this edition includes an index of characters, which can help readers navigate the narrative and understand character relationships.