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Cecilia

Volume 1

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Set in the 18th century, this novel explores the life of Cecilia, a young heiress navigating society's complexities and the challenges of love and wealth. Through her journey, she encounters various suitors and societal expectations, highlighting themes of independence, morality, and the constraints placed on women. Burney's sharp wit and keen observations provide a rich commentary on class and gender dynamics of the time, making it a significant work in the development of the novel as a literary form.

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Cecilia, Frances Burney

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2019
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Title
Cecilia
Subtitle
Volume 1
Language
English
Released
2019
Format
Paperback
Pages
320
ISBN13
9783734088988
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Set in the 18th century, this novel explores the life of Cecilia, a young heiress navigating society's complexities and the challenges of love and wealth. Through her journey, she encounters various suitors and societal expectations, highlighting themes of independence, morality, and the constraints placed on women. Burney's sharp wit and keen observations provide a rich commentary on class and gender dynamics of the time, making it a significant work in the development of the novel as a literary form.