To The Duchesse of Newcastle, On Her New Blazing-World by William Cavendish is a delightful and imaginative work of fiction that explores the concept of alternate worlds and realities. The story follows the Duchess of Newcastle as she embarks on a journey to a fantastical world filled with strange creatures and wondrous landscapes.

Cavendish's writing is rich and vivid, painting a vivid picture of the Blazing-World and its inhabitants. The Duchess's adventures are both thrilling and thought-provoking, making this a truly engaging read.

Overall, To The Duchesse of Newcastle, On Her New Blazing-World is a captivating and inventive novel that will appeal to fans of speculative fiction and fantasy. Cavendish's unique vision and storytelling make this a truly memorable read.

Book Description:
volunteers bring you 14 recordings of To The Duchesse of Newcastle, On Her New Blazing-World by William Cavendish.
This was the Weekly Poetry project for November 11, 2018.
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Margaret Cavendish's book, "Blazing World" is a fanciful depiction of a satirical, utopian kingdom in another world that can be reached via the North Pole. It is "the only known work of utopian fiction by a woman in the 17th century, as well as an example of what we now call 'proto-science fiction'. The book inspired this notable sonnet by her husband, William Cavendish, 1st Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, which celebrates her imaginative powers, and was included in her book. ~ Summary from Wikipedia