Louisa Stuart Costello

The book features a collection of extracts from the works of Louisa Stuart Costello, a multifaceted figure in the 19th century known for her poetry, novels, travel writing, and historical accounts. Broom Saunders highlights Costello's pioneering role as a professional woman writer, offering valuable insights into her life and the challenges faced by women in literature during that era. This compilation serves as both a tribute to her contributions and a reflection on the broader context of women's writing in the 1800s.