Fanny Burney (Madame D'Arblay) by Austin Dobson
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About this eBook
| Author | Dobson, Austin, 1840-1921 |
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| Title | Fanny Burney (Madame D'Arblay) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Fanny Burney (Madame D’Arblay)" by Austin Dobson is a biographical memoir written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and literary contributions of Fanny Burney, focusing on her upbringing, family background, and the social circles she inhabited. As a prominent figure of her time, Burney is celebrated for her novels, particularly "Evelina" and "Cecilia," which provided insight into the lives and experiences of women in the 18th century. The opening of the memoir begins with an introduction to the Burney family's heritage and upbringing. It details the lineage of Fanny Burney, highlighting her father, Charles Burney, a well-known musician and musicologist. The narrative describes Fanny's childhood, character traits, and family dynamics, revealing her gradual development into a keen observer of society, despite her initial shyness and reticence. The detailed account sets the stage for her eventual rise as an influential writer and commentator on the social and cultural norms of her time, paving the way for further exploration of her literary journey in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Novelists, English -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Novelists, English -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Court and courtiers -- Biography |
| Subject | Burney, Fanny, 1752-1840 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48806 |
| Release Date | Apr 27, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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