Routledge The Ashgate Research Companion: The Sidneys Vol 2

Explore the literary legacy of one of England's most influential families with The Ashgate Research Companion to The Sidneys, 1500-1700: Volume 2: Literature. Published by Routledge, this scholarly work provides a deep assessment of current research regarding the Sidney family and their impact as literary and historical figures during this transformative era. This volume focuses specifically on the literary contributions of the family. It begins by examining the circulation of books and manuscripts owned by the Sidneys, offering insight into how their written works moved through society. Readers will find detailed overviews of the work produced by key family members, including Sir Philip Sidney, Mary Sidney Herbert (Countess of Pembroke), Lady Mary Wroth, Robert Sidney (Earl of Leicester), and William Herbert (Earl of Pembroke). Whether you are a student of Renaissance literature or a historian specializing in European biography, this volume serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the Sidney family's role in the development of the genre. It is an essential resource for anyone studying the intersection of family history and literary production between 1500 and 1700.