Frances Burney

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Cecilia (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

Cecilia, penned by Frances Burney in 1782, is a masterful exploration of the complexities of female identity, social class, and romantic entanglement in 18th-century England. This epistolary novel deftly combines a rich narrative style with incisive psychological insight, reflecting the socio-political dynamics of the time. Burney's craftsmanship is evident in her astute characterizations and intricate plot development, as she vividly depicts the societal pressures that confine her protagonist, Cecilia Beauchamp, a young heiress navigating the treacherous waters of love and financial independence amidst the constraints of patriarchal values. Frances Burney, a significant figure in the literary landscape of the late 18th century, was greatly influenced by her own experiences as a woman in a male-dominated society. Raised in a literary family, her exposure to Enlightenment ideas and the burgeoning feminist sentiments of her era informed her writing. Burney's keen observations of social mores and personal relationships imbue Cecilia with both authenticity and depth, serving as a precursor to later feminist literature and a testament to her literary legacy. Cecilia is highly recommended for readers interested in an empathetic portrayal of women's struggles for agency in a restrictive society. Its blend of humor, romance, and social critique makes it not only a compelling read but also a critical work that resonates with contemporary issues of gender and autonomy.

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Autor

Frances Burney (Fanny Burney) was a British novelist who wrote four novels, eight plays, and one biography in her lifetime, and left behind 20 volumes of journals and letters after her death. Self-educated, Burney began writing at the age of 10, and published her first novel, Evelina, anonymously in 1778. Burney followed Evelina's success with Cecilia, Camilla, and The Wanderer, all of which explored the lives of English aristocrats and the role of women in society. Burney's novels were enormously popular during her lifetime, inspiring both Jane Austen and William Makepeace Thackeray, and her journals are recognized for their uncommonly accurate and candid portrayal of 18th-century England. Burney died in Bath, England, in 1840.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028305703
• Artikelnr.: 69806241