Book description
The discovery of a cache of thousands of letters and dozens of diaries brings to light the untold story of Mrs. Tennant and her glittering social world
Gertrude Tennant's life was remarkable for its length (1819-1918), but even more so for the influence she achieved as an unsurpassed London hostess.…
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Why read it?
1 author picked The Magnificent Mrs Tennant as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I am not sure that Gertrude Tennant fits the role of someone who helped shape history herself, but she certainly had a huge influence on some of the leading celebrities of Victorian Britain, who, in turn, were probably influenced by her as a result of her arranged social occasions.
I found the book to be very enjoyable, and it opened my mind to life among the leaders of that time.
From John's list on The best books on little-known figures that have helped shape history.
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