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LADY WORSLEY's WHIM

LADY WORSLEY's WHIM

An Eighteenth-Century Tale of Sex, Scandal and Divorce
BiographyHistory
Pages
320
Published
2009
Language
English

Synopsis

This historical account delves into the scandalous life of Lady Seymour Worsley, an 18th-century English aristocrat. It explores her notorious public trial for adultery, which exposed the restrictive societal expectations and legal injustices faced by women of her era. The book offers a vivid portrait of a woman who dared to defy convention and the dramatic consequences that followed.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeThought-ProvokingComplex

Genres

Biography History

About the author

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Hallie Rubenhold

Hallie Rubenhold is a historian known for her work on women's lives in history. Her books, including Covent Garden Ladies and The Five: The Untold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the Ripper, re-examine historical narratives and bring forgotten stories to light.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Lady Worsley's Whim based on a true story?

    The book meticulously reconstructs the real-life scandal and trial of Lady Seymour Worsley, drawing heavily on historical documents and court records from 18th-century England. It offers a detailed account of actual events and individuals from that period.

  • How does this book relate to Hallie Rubenhold's other work?

    Lady Worsley's Whim showcases Hallie Rubenhold's consistent focus on uncovering the hidden lives and societal challenges faced by women in historical contexts, a theme she further explores in her later, award-winning non-fiction.