Mrs. Grote

Mrs. Grote: A Sketch is a biographical work written by Elizabeth Eastlake and published in 1880. The book is a portrait of Harriet Grote, the wife of George Grote, a prominent historian and politician of the 19th century. The author, Elizabeth Eastlake, was a close friend of the Grotes and was well acquainted with their family and social circles. The book provides a detailed account of Mrs. Grote's life, including her childhood, education, marriage, and her role as a hostess and socialite in London's intellectual and political circles. The author also discusses Mrs. Grote's intellectual pursuits, her interest in literature and philosophy, and her contributions to her husband's work. The book is a fascinating insight into the life of a remarkable woman of the Victorian era and provides a valuable historical perspective on the social and cultural milieu of the time.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.