Bücher von Jane Barker

A Patch Work Screen by Jane Barker is a novel set in 17th century England that tells the story of a young woman named Esther who is forced into a loveless marriage with a much older man. Esther is a talented seamstress and creates a patchwork screen as a way to escape her unhappy marriage and express her creativity. The screen becomes a symbol of Esther's independence and strength as she navigates the challenges of her life. Along the way, she meets a group of women who share her love of sewing and they form a close bond. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, creativity, and the power of female friendship. With vivid descriptions of the era and engaging characters, A Patch Work Screen is a captivating historical fiction novel.All wet and drooping, she got to this House, which was a poor Village-Ale-house; and a poor one indeed it was; It being Evening, the Woman of the House was gone out a Milking, so that the good Man could come at no Sheets, that she might have got rid of her wet Cloaths, by going to Bed; However, he laid on a large Country Faggot; so she sat and smoaked in her wet Cloaths, 'till the good Woman came; who hasten'd and got the Bed Sheeted, into which she gladly laid herself; but the poorest that her Bones ever felt, there being a few Flocks that stank.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.

The Lining of the Patch Work Screen is a novel by Jane Barker, originally published in 1726. The story follows the life of a young woman named Delarivier Manley, who is forced to navigate the complex social and political landscape of early 18th century England. Delarivier is a talented writer and socialite, but her outspokenness and unconventional behavior often put her at odds with the conservative society in which she lives.As Delarivier struggles to find her place in the world, she becomes embroiled in a scandalous affair with a married man, which threatens to destroy her reputation and her future prospects. Meanwhile, she must also contend with the machinations of various political factions, as well as the jealousies and rivalries of her own social circle.Despite these challenges, Delarivier remains determined to live life on her own terms, and to pursue her passions for writing and intellectual inquiry. Along the way, she forms close friendships with other women who share her rebellious spirit, and finds unexpected sources of support and inspiration.Through the character of Delarivier Manley, Barker explores themes of gender, power, and social class in early modern England, and offers a vivid portrait of a woman struggling to assert her independence in a world that seeks to constrain her. The Lining of the Patch Work Screen is a fascinating and thought-provoking historical novel that offers a unique perspective on the lives of women in the 18th century.They hasted out of the Tower as fast as they could, fastned and barricaded it up close, as they found it, and so left it. The King returned home greatly troubled, and more embarrass'd now than ever. The next Day the Tower was totally sunk into the Ground, and no sign left to demonstrate there had ever been such an Edifice. Thus the little Story ended, without telling what Misery befel the King and Kingdom, by the Moors, who over-ran the Country for many Years after. To which, we may well apply the Proverb.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

""Bosvil and Galesia"" is a novel by Jane Barker that tells the story of two young lovers, Bosvil and Galesia, who are separated by their families' feud. Bosvil, the son of a wealthy landowner, falls in love with Galesia, the daughter of a poor farmer. Despite their differences in social status, the two are determined to be together. However, their families' animosity towards each other proves to be a major obstacle to their love.As the story unfolds, Bosvil and Galesia must navigate their way through a series of challenges and obstacles, including jealous suitors, family pressure, and societal expectations. Along the way, they encounter a cast of intriguing characters, including a cunning lawyer, a wise old woman, and a group of traveling actors.Despite the many obstacles they face, Bosvil and Galesia remain committed to each other, and their love ultimately triumphs over the feud that has divided their families for generations. ""Bosvil and Galesia"" is a timeless tale of love, loyalty, and perseverance, set against the backdrop of 17th century England.Now as Pride agitated my Thoughts in regard of Bosvil, so did Revenge a little in regard of Brafort; for I pleas'd my self to think how he would be balk'd, who I thought had been very remiss in his Devoirs towards such a Goddess, as the World's Flatterers had made of me.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

Novelist, religious convert, political poet and sometime Jacobite spy, Barker wrote prolifically on a remarkable variety of subjects. "A Patch-Work Screen for the Ladies" (1723) and "The Lining of the Patch-Work Screen" (1726) achieved immense popularity upon first appearance.