The Wanderer Or, Female Difficulties Volume IV - Couverture souple

Burney, Fanny

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9368099154 ISBN 13 : 9789368099154

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

Synopsis

The Wanderer, or Female Difficulties Volume IV by Fanny Burney is a novel that explores themes of identity, social expectations, and the struggles faced by women in a rigidly structured society. It delves into the complexities of gender roles, class distinctions, and personal freedom, all through the lens of its protagonist, who is forced to navigate a series of difficult choices in a world that constantly limits her opportunities and autonomy. The story follows a woman who embarks on a journey to escape her past and the constraints placed upon her as a woman. Her quest is one of self-discovery, as she contends with the judgment of society, the limitations of her gender, and her own moral dilemmas. The narrative examines the contradictions in how women are perceived and treated, and how societal expectations of women as passive and dependent beings create difficult and often unjust situations. Throughout the novel, Burney brings to light the personal and societal struggles women face in terms of independence, marriage, and reputation, while also highlighting the possibility of personal empowerment through resilience and wit.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Frances Burney, also known as Fanny Burney and later as Madame d'Arblay, was an influential English novelist, diarist, and playwright, born on June 13, 1752, in King's Lynn, England. She was the daughter of Charles Burney, a renowned musicologist, and Esther Sleepe. Burney gained significant recognition for her sharp wit, keen social commentary, and insightful observations of 18th-century English society. In addition to her literary work, Burney held a prominent position in the royal court as the "Keeper of the Robes" to Queen Charlotte, wife of King George III, from 1786 to 1790. This role exposed her to the intrigues and rigid formalities of royal life, experiences which influenced her later works. In 1793, at the age of 41, Burney married Alexandre Jean-Baptiste Piochard, a French exile who became General Alexandre d'Arblay. The couple had one son, Alexander Charles L. d'Arblay. Burney's life was marked by both personal and professional challenges, yet she continued to write, producing notable works such as Evelina, Cecilia, and Camilla, in addition to her plays, The Witlings and Edwy and Elgiva.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9368099154
• ISBN 13: 9789368099154
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 142
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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