Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington published 2 novels, 3 non-fiction books and 9 other books, beginning with Sketches and Fragments (1822). The best-known is Memoirs of a Femme De Chambre (1846).
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Memoirs of a Femme De Chambre
Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Two Friends (1835)
The Confessions of an Elderly Gentleman (1836)
Non-fiction in order
The Idler in Italy (1839)
The Idler in France (1841)
Journal of Correspondence and Conversations Between Lord Byron and the Countess of Blessington (1851)
Other books in order
Sketches and Fragments (1822)
The Repealers (1833)
Conversations of Lord Byron with the Countess of Blessington (1834)
Flowers of Loveliness (1836)
The Victims of Society (1837)
The Confessions of an Elderly Lady (1838)
The Works of Lady Blessington (1838)
Memoirs of a Femme De Chambre (1846)
Country Quarters (1850)
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About Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington
Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington, was an Irish novelist, journalist, and literary hostess. She became acquainted with Lord Byron in Genoa and wrote a book about her conversations with him.
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Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington FAQ
- How many books has Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington written?
- Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington published 2 novels, 3 non-fiction books and 9 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Memoirs of a Femme De Chambre.
- What is Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington's last book?
- Journal of Correspondence and Conversations Between Lord Byron and the Countess of Blessington (1851).
- What is Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington's most famous book?
- Memoirs of a Femme De Chambre (1846) is Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington's most widely read book.
- Can I read Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington's books for free?
- Yes. 4 books by Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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