Walter Sommer
Harriet Martineau was a Victorian era hero. Lincolnshire Worlds Moonbrach is how I imagine she would have stood against the great storm of humanity with her brilliant wit.
Martineau (1802–1876) was a pioneering British writer, social theorist, and political economist, often regarded as the first female sociologist. Born in Norwich, England, into a large Unitarian family, Martineau overcame significant personal challenges, including deafness and ill health, to become a highly influential thinker and author.
Martineau wrote extensively on a wide range of topics, including economics, politics, and social issues. Her early works, such as “Illustrations of Political Economy” (1832-1834), were instrumental in making complex economic concepts understandable to the general public, earning her widespread recognition. Her progressive views on women’s rights, education, and the abolition of slavery also made her a significant figure in both the feminist and abolitionist movements.
Her travels to the United States in the 1830s resulted in the book “Society in America” (1837), which critically examined American society, particularly its treatment of women and enslaved people. Martineau was a staunch advocate for the abolition of slavery, and her writings contributed to the discourse on social reform during the 19th century.
Aside from her work in sociology and economics, Martineau was a versatile writer. She penned numerous novels, travel books, and historical works, and also made a mark as a respected journalist, contributing to major publications. Despite her personal health struggles, including a long battle with chronic illness, Martineau remained a prolific writer and thinker until she passed away in 1876.
Harriet Martineau’s legacy lies in her contributions to the development of social science and her advocacy for social justice, making her a trailblazer for women in the field of sociology and beyond.
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Symphony: Lincolnshire Wolds Moonbroch
Composed by Walter Sommer and Tom Libertiny
Performed by Walter Sommer and his Orchestra
Produced, mixed, and mastered by Tom Libertiny
Cinematic Symphony, Lincolnshire Wolds Moonbroch