The sisters were in general popular in Oxford society, but Rhoda, although at first she dined regularly at the table of scholar Benjamin Jowett
,
“The Times Digital Archive 1785-2007”. Thompson Gale: The Times Digital Archive.
(29 November 1940): 5
, was then ostracized in some...
Friends, Associates
Felicia Skene
From her youth FS
was accustomed to mixing with distinguished people. Sir Walter Scott
, a friend of both of her parents, found her youthful company a relief when he was old and ill. In...
Family and Intimate relationships
Florence Nightingale
In 1860 FN
began her correspondence with Benjamin Jowett
, who was introduced to her by Arthur Hugh Clough
. They finally met in 1862, and remained dear friends, confidants, and companions in social reform...