Mary Lamb (1883)

Mary Lamb is a biography written by Anne Burrows Gilchrist, first published in 1883. The book tells the story of Mary Lamb, an English writer who lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Mary Lamb is best known for her collaboration with her brother Charles Lamb, with whom she wrote the famous children's book Tales from Shakespeare. The biography explores Mary's life, from her childhood in London to her struggles with mental illness later in life. Gilchrist delves into Mary's relationships with her family, including her brother Charles and their parents, as well as her friendships with other writers and artists of the time. Throughout the book, Gilchrist examines Mary's writing and its significance in the literary world. She also discusses the social and cultural context in which Mary lived, shedding light on the challenges faced by women writers during this period. Overall, Mary Lamb is a fascinating portrait of a talented writer and a complex woman, offering insights into both her personal life and her contributions to literature.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.