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FANNY BURNEY Ultimate Collection - Complete Novels A Play Essays Diary Letters & Biography - cover

FANNY BURNEY Ultimate Collection - Complete Novels A Play Essays Diary Letters & Biography

Frances Burney

Casa editrice: DigiCat

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The "Fanny Burney Ultimate Collection" encapsulates the enduring brilliance of Frances Burney, showcasing her seminal contributions to the literary landscape of the 18th century. This comprehensive anthology includes her celebrated novels, plays, and insightful diaries, reflecting Burney's keen observations of society, intricate character development, and pioneering mastery of free indirect discourse. Her unique blend of wit and pathos, alongside a vivid narrative style, immerses readers in the social mores and complexities of her time, bridging the worlds of fiction and autobiography with a sophisticated elegance. Frances Burney (1752-1840) was not only an influential novelist but also a French Revolution witness and a courtier in the age of Samuel Johnson and Jane Austen. Her early encounters with prominent literary figures and her own experiences as a woman navigating a patriarchal society shaped her writings, often exploring themes of identity, class, and the trials of female agency. Burney's keen intellect and emotional depth, paired with her insatiable curiosity, positioned her as a crucial precursor to later feminist literature. This ultimate collection is highly recommended for readers seeking to explore the roots of modern novelistic form and feminist thought. Burney's remarkable narratives provide a compelling lens through which to examine the interplay of personal and societal identity, making this anthology an indispensable addition to the library of any literature enthusiast.
Disponibile da: 13/12/2023.
Lunghezza di stampa: 4658 pagine.

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