Pure Wit
Book • 2023
Francesca Peacock's 'Pure Wit' is a comprehensive biography that delves into the fascinating life of Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of Newcastle.
Cavendish was a trailblazing writer known for her works on gender, science, and philosophy, including the proto-science fiction novel 'The Blazing World'.
The book highlights Cavendish's complex and often controversial life, situating her as a significant figure in both literary and feminist history.
Cavendish was a trailblazing writer known for her works on gender, science, and philosophy, including the proto-science fiction novel 'The Blazing World'.
The book highlights Cavendish's complex and often controversial life, situating her as a significant figure in both literary and feminist history.
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Written by Francesca Peacock to tell the world more about the life of one of the UK’s boldest writers.
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