The Greatest Regency Romances of All Time

Jane Austen, William Makepeace Thackeray, Maria Edgeworth, Fanny Burney, Henry Fielding, Samuel Richardson, Mary Wollstonecraft, Heyer Georgette, Eliza Haywood, Mrs. Olifant

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'The Greatest Regency Romances of All Time' is a masterful collection that traverses the delicate expanse of Regency era sentiments through its eloquent narratives and diverse literary styles. From the satirical pen of William Makepeace Thackeray to the pioneering feminist undertones of Mary Wollstonecraft, each piece in this anthology grants a fresh lens on societal norms framed within romantic entanglements. Highlighting a plethora of voices, it showcases seminal works that define the romantic conflicts and resolutions characteristic of the period, making it a vibrant tableau of the cultural and emotional landscape of the time. The authors included - figures like Jane Austen, Maria Edgeworth, and Samuel Richardson - collectively paint a broad spectrum of the Regency period's social mores and the evolving literary styles. This anthology not only aligns with significant historical and cultural movements but also embodies the shift towards more intricate character development and plot sophistication that define early 19th-century literature. Their narratives work in concert to provide a comprehensive understanding of the thematic and stylistic richness of the era. 'The Greatest Regency Romances of All Time' invites readers to explore the depth and breadth of Regency romance through a scholarly curated selection of stories. This anthology is essential for anyone seeking to appreciate the nuances of early romantic literature and its implications on broader societal narratives. It serves not only as a gateway to the rich worlds these authors crafted but also as a dialogue between the past and present interpretations of love, society, and individual agency.

Disponibile da: 07/05/2021.

Lunghezza di stampa: 9265 pagine.

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