Some Noble Sisters

Lee, EdmundProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.5

Word count: 359K words
Chapters: 36

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Some Noble Sisters by Edmund LeeAuthor: Lee, Edmund,Language: English, Class: CT: History: Biography, Release Date: Aug 26, 2014

Editor's review

This is a public-domain biographical work released by Project Gutenberg. Its author, Edmund Lee, takes "sisters" as his theme and recounts the lives of several remarkable women. Its value lies in its short biographical sketches, which present women's roles and influence in family and society; the prose is plain and the length moderate, making it suitable as an introductory text for understanding the tradition of biographical writing and historical women. Its highlight is its group-portrait structure: readers can encounter several figures at once and compare different life choices and historical circumstances. It suits use as supplementary reading for young people beginning to learn about historical figures, for reading groups on women's history, and for English learners as graded reading. Note that the original was published long ago, and its narrative perspective and value judgments bear the marks of its era; some historical details may not accord with contemporary research. The specific figures and events should be verified against the original text and should not be treated as authoritative conclusions.

Who it's for

A good fit for

General readers interested in historical women and biographical literature
Parents and teachers seeking historical-figure reading material for children
English learners who prefer short biographical sketches
Participants in reading groups on women's history or biography

Not a good fit for

Specialist readers requiring women's history research to contemporary academic standards
Rigorous researchers expecting full source criticism and annotated editions
Readers who prefer long, in-depth biographies and have limited interest in group portraits

Reading tips

Begin by skimming the table of contents to choose figures of interest, read individual sketches, then compare them.
While reading, note each figure's historical background and key choices to form a simple comparison table.
Compare with reliable modern biographical sources to identify the era-bound limitations of the narrative.
When using it as English reading material, read through first and look up unfamiliar words afterward, rather than interrupting the flow with a dictionary for every sentence.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Which women does this book cover?

The available information identifies only the author, Edmund Lee, and the theme of "several noble sisters"; it does not list the specific figures. Readers are advised to open the e-book's table of contents to confirm the subjects of each sketch before deciding on a reading order.

Is this book suitable for children?

It can serve as introductory material on historical figures, but its language and value judgments bear the marks of its era. Parents or teachers should look through it first, explain clearly outdated expressions as appropriate, and then guide children in reading.

Is it an academic biographical study?

No. From the available information it is a biographical work for general readers, popular in length and format. It should not be used as a basis for academic research and is better suited to casual reading and introductory acquaintance.

How is the e-book best used?

Project Gutenberg public-domain e-books are easy to search and excerpt. Begin with the table of contents and opening, read sketch by sketch according to figure, and retain source information for citation and verification.

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Lee, Edmund Author

Edmund Lee is an author about whom relatively limited public information is available; details such as nationality, dates of birth and death, and educational background have not been clearly recorded. Judging from the two works held in the collection, Dorothy Wordsworth: The Story of a Sister's Love and Some Noble Sisters, his writing interests center on female figures and family relationships, with particular attention to Dorothy Wordsworth, the sister who accompanied the poet William Wordsworth throughout his life, as well as to historical sisters known for their character or affection. Works of this kind generally take the form of biography and character sketch, written in plain language and emphasizing emotion and personality. Though few in number, the two books show a sustained interest in women's biography and literary portraiture. For readers wishing to learn more about the domestic life of the Wordsworth family, his works may serve as one reference source.