Woman V1: Or Ida of Athens (1809)

Woman V1: Or Ida of Athens is a novel written by Lady Sydney Morgan, who went by the pen name Miss Owenson. The book was first published in 1809 and is a part of the Romantic literature genre. The story is set in Athens during the Ottoman Empire's rule and follows the life of Ida, a young Athenian woman who is orphaned and left to fend for herself. Ida is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to make a life for herself despite the challenges she faces. She is also a talented artist and musician, which helps her gain the attention of wealthy and influential men in Athens. The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, societal expectations, and the struggle for independence. It also offers a glimpse into the cultural and political climate of Athens during the Ottoman Empire's reign. Overall, Woman V1: Or Ida of Athens is a captivating tale of a woman's journey to find her place in a patriarchal society.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.