In the early 18th century, the household accountant was traditionally female. However, just as women were seen as financial accountants, they were also deeply associated with the literary and narrative accounting inherent in letters and diaries. In this text, these are all examined alongside property, originality, and the development of the early novel.
In the early 18th century, the household accountant was traditionally female. However, just as women were seen as financial accountants, they were als...