New Essays on Maria Edgeworth

Devoted to the varied writings of the influential novelist, children''s author, and educator, this collection situates Edgeworth''s writing in the context of her life and times. Combining postcolonial, historical, and gender criticism, the contributors offer fresh readings of Edgeworth''s novels, stories, letters, and educational texts, including Belinda, Moral Tales, Practical Education, Helen, a...