Reproduction of the original: Margery by Georg Ebers

Women, Work and Family is a classic of women's history and is still the only text on the history of women's work in England and France, providing an excellent introduction to the changing status of women from 1750 to the present.

This lucid translation of a rare Tibetan text makes available for the first time to Western readers the remarkable life story of Princess Madarava. As the principal consort of the eighth century Indian master Padmasambhava before he introduced tantric Buddhism to Tibet, Mandarava is the Indian counterpart of the Tibetan consort Yeshe Tsogyal. Lives and Liberation recounts her struggles and triumphs as a Buddhist adept throughout her many lives and is an authentic deliverance story of a female Buddhist master. Those who read this book will gain inspiration and encouragement on the path to liberation.

Set in the city of Nuremberg in the 15th century, the novel revolves around the life of Margery Schopper, a young woman from a respected family who dreams of becoming a famous painter. Despite facing numerous obstacles and opposition from those around her, Margery works hard to pursue her passion and ultimately achieves success in the male-dominated art world. The novel explores themes such as gender roles, social class, family dynamics, and the power of determination and perseverance.