The Blazing World
Imaginary Worlds
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The Blazing World
Emily thinks that Cavendish embraced her reputation, as if it was better to be gossiped about than ignored. After the blazing world was published, the Royal Society of Philosophers invited her over. That was a big deal; she was the first woman invited to visit. But Lisa thinks their goal was to set her straight. She clearly thought that the Royal Society was fairly idiotic.
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