This volume gathers three novels along with other important work by Jane Barker (1652-1732), a writer, manager of farm property, Roman Catholic convert, Jacobit

Hybrid in genre the works of Jane Barker include realistic stories, romances, poetry, religious & philosophical reflections and critiques of early 18th century

Provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of the poetry, drama, fiction, and literary and cultural criticism produced from the Restoration of the English

"Historicizes British women's relationships with other women through the medium of commemorative writing over the course of the long eighteenth century. Featuri

A collection of essays from feminist critics, each of which explores the history of the English novel, literature's place in cultural debate and women's studies