Regency Romance Classics – Fanny Burney Collection (eBook)

Illustrated Edition

Fanny Burney (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
3386 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778885-0 (EAN)

Infos

The "Regency Romance Classics 'Äì Fanny Burney Collection" aggregates Burney's most acclaimed works, showcasing her signature blend of keen social observation and wit. Drawing from the literary traditions of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, this collection illuminates the intricacies of courtship and societal expectations within the Regency era. With a stylistic flair that marries epistolary elements with intricate character development, Burney captures the nuances of her protagonists' inner lives, making their trials and triumphs resonate across time. This anthology not only offers insight into romantic entanglements but also critiques the rigid social hierarchies of her time, reflected in her nuanced and often humorous prose. Fanny Burney, often heralded as a precursor to the modern novel, was a prominent figure in the literary scene of her day, heavily influencing authors such as Jane Austen. Her personal experiences with the constraints of gender and class in a predominantly male-dominated society fueled her passion for storytelling, providing her with a rich reservoir of themes to explore in her narratives. Burney's own diaries and letters reveal her sharp intellect and critical perspective, enhancing our understanding of her motivations and literary genius. This collection is an essential read for admirers of Regency romance and those interested in the evolution of the novel as a form. It offers invaluable insights into societal norms while simultaneously delivering the romance and intrigue that define the genre. Readers will find themselves captivated by Burney's ability to weave humor with poignant commentary, making this anthology a timeless addition to any literary library.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Schlagworte: 18th-Century England • 18th century novels • 18th century storytelling • aristocratic society • Balzac • Bridgerton • Brontë • Character-driven narratives • Classic Literature • Classic romantic adventures • Courtship and Marriage • Dangerous Liaisons • english authors • english novelist • fanny burney • female identity • Female Writers • feminine perspective literature • gender roles • Historical Romance • historical romantic fiction • Literary Biography • literary classics • Little Women • Madame Bovary • Normal People • Regency classics • Regency Era Fiction • Regency era romance • Regency Romance • reminders of him • romantic fiction • romantic relationships • satirical humor • Social commentary novels • Social satire • societal norms critique • The Elegance of the Hedgehog • The Midnight Library • The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo • the song of achilles • They Both Die at the End • witty observational prose