“Examine the measure of your children's capacities, and leave none of them uncultivated. However modest you may be in dress and other expenditures for a person of your rank, consecrate all you have to your children's education.”
Quote by Sophie von La Roche
Work
The History of Lady Sophia Sternheim: Extracted by a Woman Friend of the Same from Original Documents and Other Reliable Sources
The History of Lady Sophia Sternheim is a biography that meticulously reconstructs the life of its titular figure, Lady Sophia Sternheim. Authored by a woman who knew her personally, the narrative is based on original documents and other trustworthy sources. The book aims to provide a comprehensive and authentic account of Lady Sophia's life, offering readers a detailed look into her experiences and the historical context of her time. more
Author
Sophie von La Roche
Sophie von La Roche was a German novelist known for her distinctive literary style and profound depiction of 18th-century European social life. Her works often explore moral, religious, and gender issues from a female perspective. more
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