Dido Elizabeth Belle and Lady Elizabeth Murray
(painted 1779)
(painted 1779)
We had a great meeting on this. Many thanks to Renata for all the research and the great presentation.
Saturday, April 26, 2014
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Dunwoody Library
Saturday, April 26, 2014
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Dunwoody Library
Was Dido Elizabeth Belle, biracial niece of William Murray, the Earl of Mansfield and Chief Justice of the King's bench, the inspiration for the character of Fanny Price in Mansfield Park? Jane Austen's letters mention visits to the Murray's, so she knew the family history.
What are the similarities between the real-life Dido and Fanny? Did Dido have a role in Lord Mansfield's decision that led to the abolishment of slavery in England? One of our members will present her findings on this fascinating but little-known story at our April 26 meeting. You won't want to miss this one!
What are the similarities between the real-life Dido and Fanny? Did Dido have a role in Lord Mansfield's decision that led to the abolishment of slavery in England? One of our members will present her findings on this fascinating but little-known story at our April 26 meeting. You won't want to miss this one!
This meeting continues our focus on Mansfield Park in 2014, the 200th anniversary of its publication.
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