Credit for the first novel to be written in North America goes to Frances Brooke, the wife of a British officer stationed in Quebec. “The History of Emily Montague” was published in 1769.
As with “The Tale of Genji,” by Japan’s Murasaki Shikibu, described as possibly the first true novel in the history of the world, it demonstrates the primacy of Women in the development of literature.
Why did I not learn about Shikibu in school? And why did I have to discover Brooke, just yesterday, in an obscure encyclopedia article about Canadian authors? (Yes, I read encyclopedias for my bedtime story. Deal with it.)
Monday, July 9, 2007
Women who write
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Good to hear I am not alone in this.
I have always adored reading encyclopedias. And dictionaries, too.
I have never heard of Frances Brooke, though I love "The Tale of Genji." There is also a novel called "The Tale of Murasaki"by Liza Dalby.
Thanks, Heart, for the tip. Perhaps someone should now write "The Tale of Liza Dalby."
Hello, Thank you for visiting my blog!
Your words are so sweet and kind! I thank you with all of my heart!
Now back to business, LOL.
I think the reason you can't link me is the you are typing the wrong thing. It is a dot instead of @
you did this:
http://prettylady21@blogspot.com
this is the right link:
http://prettylady21.blogspot.com/
after you read this comment, click on my name and then you can save it.
Again, Thank you so much for your time and attention ;-)
NOW, I have to go and read and learn about you, LOL
That was the problem, indeed. You are a sharp-eyed Lady!
Happy day, the link to Carmen's world now works!
Thanks for dropping by and I hope that You will stick around!
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