Tales and Novels — Volume 09

Name: Tales and Novels — Volume 09
Author: Maria Edgeworth

By Maria Edgeworth

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This collection opens with a tale of schoolboy life in which partisan cruelty and anti-Jewish prejudice among pupils lead to the persistent persecution of an honest pedlar, prompting reflection on responsibility and the corrosive power of group behavior. A short, reflective essay considers the character and social effects of those who bore others in conversation. The volume concludes with a longer novel tracing a young gentleman's moral and social development as he navigates ambition, political opinions, and complicated relationships, with recurring attention to manners, conscience, and the influence of upbringing.

About the Author

Maria Edgeworth

Maria Edgeworth (1768-1849) was an Anglo-Irish writer known for her contributions to the development of the novel and for her insightful explorations of social issues. Her most famous work, "Castle Rackrent," is often regarded as one of the first historical novels in English, offering a vivid portrayal of Irish society through the eyes of a servant. Edgeworth's writing is characterized by its moral complexity and keen observations of human behavior, as seen in her various collections of tales and novels, such as "Belinda" and "Murad the Unlucky, and Other Tales." In addition to fiction, she also wrote extensively on education, advocating for practical approaches to learning.