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Harriet Martineau and H. G. Atkinson : Letters on the Laws of Man's Social Nature

Charlotte Bronte to George Smith, 7 January 1851:

'I did enjoy my visit to Miss Martineau very much [...] I rather tremble at the anticipation of a work she is about to publish conjointly with a Mr Atkinson. She read me some passages of it which partially mesmerised me, but she is ready to meet any shock of opposition for the sake of what she believes the Truth.'

Century: 1800-1849 / 1850-1899     Reader/Listener/Group: Harriet Martineau      

Harriet Martineau and H. G. Atkinson : Letters on the Laws of Man's Social Nature

Charlotte Bronte to George Smith, 7 January 1851:

'I did enjoy my visit to Miss Martineau very much [...] I rather tremble at the anticipation of a work she is about to publish conjointly with a Mr Atkinson. She read me some passages of it which partially mesmerised me, but she is ready to meet any shock of opposition for the sake of what she believes the Truth.'

Century: 1800-1849 / 1850-1899     Reader/Listener/Group: Harriet Martineau      

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