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Book SynopsisAn engaging, rigorously researched biography of popular 19th century novelist Dinah Craik
Trade ReviewA readable and riveting literary and cultural biography that documents Craik's embeddedness in personal, professional, and literary relationships. The book fills a gap in literary studies while also exploring new questions for Victorian disability studies. A meaningful scholarly work and a frankly enthralling read."" - Martha Stoddard Holmes, California State University, San Marcos
""An invaluable record of a fascinating life, and a real tour-de-force of both research and organization. Bourrier has synthesized an impressive amount of primary research: manuscript diaries, letters, photographs, even genealogical information. This book will make it possible to give Craik the scholarly attention she has long deserved."" - Talia C. Schaffer, Graduate Center, City University of New York