The book: FRANCES ROLLESTON BRITISH LADY, SCHOLAR AND WRITER OF MAZZAROTH 
by Jane S Poole
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First biography of a remarkable 19th century woman. Reveals Frances Rolleston as the author came to know her through her letters. Comfortable, personal voice. Thematic presentation: each chapter focuses on one character trait, activity, interest or event. Generally chronological.
​330+ pages. 53 illustrations. Index.
                                                
​Frances Rolleston took fifty years to produce Mazzaroth: The Constellations; Jane has taken fourteen years to produce this biography. In both cases completion was delayed due to intervening interests, including writing other books. Frances Rolleston included two trips to England. ​
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Click HERE to read the Introduction.​
What makes Frances Rolleston interesting?
  • From an ancient, landed family
  • Worked with Wilberforce to abolish slavery in England
  • Pioneer of infant schools at age 40+
  • Astronomy enthusiast
  • Student of geology and medicine
  • Linguist of ancient and modern languages
  • ​Published poet
  • Artist in watercolor and oil
  • Beautiful but unmarried
  • Generous to a fault
  • Enthusiastic Christian
  • Competent in Bible
  • Acquaintance and friend of scientists and literary men
  • Writer of Mazzaroth: The Constellations

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