Anecdotes, &C. Of Elizabeth Viscountess Mordaunt, Commencing 1656 (Classic Reprint)


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Excerpt from Anecdotes, &C. Of Elizabeth Viscountess Mordaunt, Commencing 1656 I was impelled by a strong motive to this work, by an expression of the Lady Mordaunt in one of her pray ers, where she earnestly beseeches the Almighty that she may be an ia strument to promote his honour and! About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.







English Aristocratic Women and the Fabric of Piety, 1450-1550


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This study uncovers the active role played by women in the evolution of religious art and architecture. Their preferred art, Barbara J. Harris shows, reveals their responses to the religious revolution and signifies their preferred identities.




Fulham Old and New


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Biographical Catalogue of the Portraits at Panshanger, the Seat of Earl Cowper, K.G


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Mary Louisa Boyle's 'Biographical Catalogue of the Portraits at Panshanger, the Seat of Earl Cowper, K.G' is a meticulously researched and comprehensive work that provides detailed descriptions of the portraits housed at the esteemed Panshanger estate. Written in a scholarly and analytical style, Boyle's book delves into the historical and artistic significance of each portrait, offering insight into the lives of the individuals captured in a variety of styles and poses. The book is a valuable resource for art historians and enthusiasts interested in British portraiture of the 18th and 19th centuries. Boyle's attention to detail and expertise in the subject matter shine through in her thorough examination of the portraits, making this book an indispensable reference for scholars of art history. Mary Louisa Boyle's dedication to preserving the legacy of the portraits at Panshanger is evident in her meticulous research and insightful commentary, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and history.