“Indeed, I was so afraid to dishonour my friends and family by my indiscreet actions, that I rather chose to be accounted a fool, than to be thought rude or wanton.”
Quote by Margaret Cavendish
Work
Paper Bodies: A Margaret Cavendish Reader
Paper Bodies is a comprehensive reader that brings together a variety of writings from Margaret Cavendish, an influential figure in the Restoration period. The collection includes her poetry, plays, and philosophical treatises, providing a rich insight into her intellectual and creative pursuits. It offers readers a chance to explore the works of this pioneering woman writer, whose contributions to literature and science have been recognized over time. more
Author
Margaret Cavendish
Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of Newcastle, was an English writer and philosopher who made significant contributions to the early modern period. She was one of the first women to publish her own works and is considered a pioneer of the novel form. more
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