An Autobiographical Chapter In The Life Of Jane, Duchess Of Gordon (1864)

""An Autobiographical Chapter In The Life Of Jane, Duchess Of Gordon"" is a memoir written by Jane Gordon, the Duchess of Gordon, and published in 1864. The book is a first-person account of the life of the Duchess, who was a prominent figure in 18th-century Scottish society. In the book, she recounts her childhood, her marriage to the Duke of Gordon, and her experiences as a socialite and political figure. She also discusses her involvement in the Jacobite uprising of 1745 and her efforts to support the British government during the American War of Independence. The memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a powerful woman in a time when women had limited opportunities for public influence. It is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the social and political climate of 18th-century Scotland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.