"Margot Asquith, an Autobiography - Two Volumes in One" by Margot Asquith is a personal memoir written in the late 19th to early 20th century. The autobiography offers an intimate glimpse into the life of Margot Asquith, who was born into the Tennant family, one of twelve children, and reflects on her upbringing in Glen, Scotland, alongside the complexities of family dynamics and relationships. The likely topic of the book revolves around Margot's early experiences, her family, and the notable individuals she encounters throughout her life. The opening of the autobiography presents Margot's background, detailing her childhood within a large and complex family, her father's business acumen, and her mother's delicate personality. Margot vividly recounts her early memories at Glen, from the joy of outdoor adventures to the profound impact of familial relationships, particularly the bond with her sisters. As the narrative unfolds, readers are introduced to notable events and personalities in Margot's life, which set the stage for a rich exploration of her social experiences and reflections on identity and love that develop in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Margot Asquith, an Autobiography - Two Volumes in One
By Margot Asquith
"Margot Asquith, an Autobiography - Two Volumes in One" by Margot Asquith is a personal memoir written in the late 19th to early 20th century. The aut...
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2003-08-01
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Emma Alice Margaret Asquith, Countess of Oxford and Asquith, known as Margot Asquith, was a British socialite and author. She was married to British Prime Minister H. H. Asquith from 1894 to his death in 1928. Known for her wit, in late Victorian society she was a member of the famed aristocratic group of intellectuals called "The Souls". An opponent of women's suffrage, whose autobiography was lampooned, Lady Oxford and Asquith was a controversial yet colourful character in her time.
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