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In Defense of Harriet Shelley

In Defense of Harriet Shelley

By: Mark Twain
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 Join us as Mark Twain brilliantly unveils the less-flattering side of Percy Shelley, contradicting Edward Dowdens portrayal in Life of Shelley. Amidst acknowledging Shelleys noble and beautiful life marred by an indelible blot, Twain delves into how Shelleys questionable marital conduct might have led to his wife Harriets tragic suicide. Introduction by John Greenman.Copyright Biographies and Memoirs Art Hygiene & Healthy Living Literary History & Criticism
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  • 03 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain

    03 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain
    Jul 26 2025
    Join us as Mark Twain brilliantly unveils the less-flattering side of Percy Shelley, contradicting Edward Dowdens portrayal in Life of Shelley. Amidst acknowledging Shelleys noble and beautiful life marred by an indelible blot, Twain delves into how Shelleys questionable marital conduct might have led to his wife Harriets tragic suicide. Introduction by John Greenman.
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    40 mins
  • 02 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain

    02 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain
    Jul 26 2025
    Join us as Mark Twain brilliantly unveils the less-flattering side of Percy Shelley, contradicting Edward Dowdens portrayal in Life of Shelley. Amidst acknowledging Shelleys noble and beautiful life marred by an indelible blot, Twain delves into how Shelleys questionable marital conduct might have led to his wife Harriets tragic suicide. Introduction by John Greenman.
    Show More Show Less
    32 mins
  • 01 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain

    01 - In Defense of Harriet Shelley by Mark Twain
    Jul 26 2025
    Join us as Mark Twain brilliantly unveils the less-flattering side of Percy Shelley, contradicting Edward Dowdens portrayal in Life of Shelley. Amidst acknowledging Shelleys noble and beautiful life marred by an indelible blot, Twain delves into how Shelleys questionable marital conduct might have led to his wife Harriets tragic suicide. Introduction by John Greenman.
    Show More Show Less
    32 mins
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