This book is a tribute to Mrs. Elizabeth Carter, one of the most remarkable women of the 18th century, and a celebrated writer, translator, and classical scholar. The memoir, written by her close friend Montagu Pennington, provides a vivid portrait of Mrs. Carter's life, her passions, and her achievements. The book also includes a new edition of her poems, some of which have never been published before, and her notes on the Bible and apologetics...