This collection offers an intimate glimpse into life at the British court during the late 18th century through personal diaries and correspondence. Follow the observations and experiences of one of the era's most prominent literary figures as she navigates the intrigues and social events of royal life. This series provides a fascinating window into history, culture, and personal reflection. It captures the spirit of the age through the sharp and witty perspective of one woman.
The third and forth of six volumes that will present in their entirety Frances Burney's journals and letters from July 1786, when she assumed the position of Keeper of the Robes to Queen Charlotte, to her resignation in July 1791. These volume bring together the letters and journals of 1788.