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The "ladies of Llangollen": As Sketched by Many Hands; with Notices of Other Objects of Interest in "that Sweetest of Vales

John Hicklin

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The "ladies of Llangollen": As Sketched by Many Hands; with Notices of Other Objects of Interest in "that Sweetest of Vales

John Hicklin

Biographies, Gender & Sexuality Studies, History - British, History - Modern (1750+)

The 'Ladies of Llangollen' is a historical account by John Hicklin, published in 1847, detailing the lives of Lady Eleanor Butler and Miss Sarah Ponsonby, two noblewomen who formed a close bond and chose to live together in celibacy in Llangollen, North Wales, during the late 18th century. Their unconventional lifestyle, marked by independence and eccentricity, attracted notable literary figures and sparked both admiration and gossip. The book explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and societal norms, reflecting on the legacy of their unique relationship and its impact on their community.

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A historical account written in the mid-19th century, specifically in 1847. This book details the lives and close friend...

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The "Ladies of Llangollen", Eleanor Butler (1739–1829) and Sarah Ponsonby (1755–1831), were two upper-class Irish women...

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