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Set in late eighteenth-century London, this narrative explores the vibrant gatherings hosted by publisher Joseph Johnson, where influential writers and thinkers engaged in lively discussions. The book highlights the transformative period from 1760 to 1809, marked by significant political and cultural shifts, including the American and French revolutions. Key figures at Johnson's table included literary giants like William Blake and Mary Wollstonecraft, who championed social change and women's rights. Their stories illustrate the enduring impact of their ideas amidst societal upheaval.
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Dinner with Joseph Johnson, Daisy Hay
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- Released
- 2022
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- Subtitle
- Books and Friendship in a Revolutionary Age
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Daisy Hay
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 536
- ISBN13
- 9780691243962
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, True Stories, Biographies, Political Science & Politics, Politics, British Literature, Politicians' Biographies, About Books
- Rating
- 4.15 out of 5
- Description
- Set in late eighteenth-century London, this narrative explores the vibrant gatherings hosted by publisher Joseph Johnson, where influential writers and thinkers engaged in lively discussions. The book highlights the transformative period from 1760 to 1809, marked by significant political and cultural shifts, including the American and French revolutions. Key figures at Johnson's table included literary giants like William Blake and Mary Wollstonecraft, who championed social change and women's rights. Their stories illustrate the enduring impact of their ideas amidst societal upheaval.