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by Mary Wollstonecraft · 1759–1797
"The Love Letters of Mary Wollstonecraft to Gilbert Imlay" by Mary Wollstonecraft is a collection of personal correspondence written in the late 18th century. The letters chronicle Wollstonecraft's passionate relationship with Imlay, illustrating her profound emotional struggles and her aspirations for love, family, and personal fulfillment. Wollstonecraft's reflections provide insight into her experiences as a woman navigating the complexities of romance and societal expectations. The opening of the collection establishes the background of Wollstonecraft's life, offering a glimpse into her upbringing and friendships that shaped her character. It details her initial impressions of Imlay, evolving from dislike to deep affection. As the letters unfold, we see her articulate her emotional state, her joys of pregnancy, and her longings for companionship and understanding, often punctuated by moments of despair and uncertainty regarding their relationship. These letters encapsulate not just a romantic narrative but a vivid portrayal of Wollstonecraft's inner life, exemplifying her intelligence and sensitivity, setting the tone for the exploration of her enduring legacy.
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- Read time
- 152 min
- Words
- 33,336
- Chapters
- 81
- Paragraphs
- 705
- Price
- Free
- Authors, English -- 18th century -- Correspondence
- Feminists -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
- Imlay, Gilbert, 1754?-1828? -- Correspondence
- Love-letters
- Wollstonecraft, Mary, 1759-1797 -- Correspondence
My best love, your letter to-night was particularly grateful to my heart, depressed by the letters I received by ----, for he brought me several,
Mein innigster Gruß, dein Brief von heute Abend war meinem Herzen, das durch die Briefe, die ich per ---- erhielt, sehr bedrückt war, besonders willkommen, denn er brachte mir mehrere,
and the parcel of books directed to Mr. ---- was for me.
und das Paket mit Büchern, das an Herrn ---- adressiert war, war für mich bestimmt.
Mr. ----'s letter was long and very affectionate; but the account he gives me of his own affairs, though he obviously makes the best of them, has vexed me.
Der Brief von Herrn ---- war lang und sehr liebevoll; doch die Auskunft, die er mir von seinen eigenen Angelegenheiten gibt, hat mich, obwohl er sie offensichtlich so gut wie möglich darstellt, verärgert.
A melancholy letter from my sister ---- has also harrassed my mind--that from my brother would have given me sincere pleasure; but for
Ein betrüblicher Brief von meiner Schwester ---- hat meine Gedanken ebenfalls beunruhigt; der von meinem Bruder hätte mir aufrichtige Freude bereitet; doch für
About the author
Mary Wollstonecraft1759–1797
Mary Wollstonecraft (1759–1797) was an English writer, philosopher, and historian born in Spitalfields and died in Somers Town.
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Book details
- Original language
- English
- Translation
- German, machine translation
- Source text
- Project Gutenberg #34413
- Licence
- Public domain worldwide
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