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Elizabeth Carter
AuthorBooks · Second hand1717-1806
Elizabeth Carter was an English poet, classicist, writer, translator, and linguist. As one of the Bluestocking Circle that surrounded Elizabeth Montagu, she earned respect for the first English translation of the 2nd-century Discourses of Epictetus. She also published poems and translated from French and Italian, and corresponded profusely. Among her many eminent friends were Elizabeth Montagu, Hannah More, Hester Chapone and other Bluestocking members. Also close friends were Anne Hunter, a poet and socialite, and Mary Delany. She befriended Samuel Johnson, editing some editions of his periodical The Rambler.
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Birth
1717
Death
1806
First book
1758
Years writing
268
Elizabeth Carter was a prominent English polymath and poet of the 18th century.
She is world-renowned for her celebrated translation of the works of Epictetus.
Throughout her prolific career, she wrote a total of 61 literary works.
She frequently signed her writings under the pseudonym Eliza.
Her legacy ranges from classical poetry to topics of interpersonal relations.