Women, Transnational Networks and Patriotism in Northern and Central Europe, 1763-1814
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Central Europe
Cosmopolitanism
Cultural Exchanges
Eighteenth-Century
Elite Women
Enlightenment
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Literary Circles
Nationalism
Northern Europe
Patriotism
Salons
Transnational Dialogues
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- ISBN 9781783277902
- Dimensions: 156 x 234mm
- Publication Date: 02 Dec 2025
- Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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A gateway to the complex world of eighteenth-century sociability of elite women and of their lasting impact on modern concepts of national identity and community.
In the dynamic intellectual and social landscape of eighteenth-century Northern Europe, the interplay between patriotism, nationalism, and cosmopolitanism was pivotal in shaping the era's cultural and political discourse. This study delves into the intricate networks of elite women who navigated and influenced these concepts through their participation in salons and literary circles. By examining figures such as Anna Amalia of Weimar, Dorothea von Kurland, members of the Bluestockings, Friederike Brun and the grande Dame of eighteenth-century salon world, Mme de Staël, the narrative uncovers how these women fostered transnational dialogues and cultural exchanges that were crucial in redefining public spirit and national identity.
Grounded in extensive archival research and touching on the lives of over twenty-five individuals, the work highlights the nuanced roles these women played as cultural mediators and agents of change across national borders, challenging the traditional male-dominated historiography. The exploration of their contributions offers fresh insights into the interconnectedness of European intellectual life and the critical role of gender in shaping historical discourses. This book not only broadens our understanding of the Enlightenment but also provides a rich, interdisciplinary perspective on the socio-political transformations of the era.
NICOLE POHL is Professor Emerita at Oxford Brookes University. She is the Academic Editor of Electronic Enlightenment at the Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford.
