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Set in the 18th century, this novel delves into the life of Cecilia, a young heiress navigating the complexities of love, wealth, and societal expectations. As she encounters various suitors and confronts the challenges of her fortune, themes of morality and self-discovery emerge. Burney's sharp wit and keen observations of social dynamics illustrate the struggles women faced in a patriarchal society, making it a significant work in the history of feminist literature. The narrative blends romance with a critique of social norms.
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Cecilia, Frances Burney
- Language
- Released
- 2019
- Binding
- (Hardcover)
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- Title
- Cecilia
- Subtitle
- Volume 1
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Frances Burney
- Publisher
- Outlook Verlag
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 320
- ISBN13
- 9783734088995
- Series
- Rating
- 3.95 out of 5
- Description
- Set in the 18th century, this novel delves into the life of Cecilia, a young heiress navigating the complexities of love, wealth, and societal expectations. As she encounters various suitors and confronts the challenges of her fortune, themes of morality and self-discovery emerge. Burney's sharp wit and keen observations of social dynamics illustrate the struggles women faced in a patriarchal society, making it a significant work in the history of feminist literature. The narrative blends romance with a critique of social norms.