The Diary of Frances Lady Shelley 1787-1817

Few diaries provide as much insight into the daily life of the British aristocracy as the diary of Lady Frances Shelley. The diary covers a thirty year period beginning in 1787 and includes accounts of Shelley's childhood, her marriage to Sir John Shelley and her involvement in British high society. This edition of the diary includes detailed annotations, making it an invaluable resource for those studying British social history.