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The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1   By: (1752-1840)

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The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1 offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most renowned women in 18th-century England. Fanny Burney's detailed entries and candid letters reveal the struggles and triumphs of a woman trying to navigate the complexities of society and love. The collection is beautifully written and gives readers a firsthand account of the historical events and social conventions of the time. Burney's wit and intelligence shine through in her writing, making this book a compelling and engaging read for anyone interested in history, literature, or women's studies. Overall, The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1 is a captivating and thought-provoking look at the life of a remarkable woman.

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THE CREAM OF THE DIARISTS AND MEMOIR WRITERS. THE DIARY AND LETTERS OF MADAME D'ARBLAY (FRANCES BURNEY.)

WITH NOTES BY W. C. WARD, AND PREFACED BY LORD MACAULAY'S ESSAY.

IN THREE VOLUMES. VOL. 1 (1778 1787.)

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PREFACE xi

MADAME D'ARBLAY, by Lord Macaulay Xiii

1. (1778) MISS BURNEY PUBLISHES HER FIRST NOVEL AND FINDS HERSELF FAMOUS 59 110 Evelina'.' and the Mystery attending its Publication A First Visit to Mrs. Thrale and an Introduction to Dr. Johnson Fanny Burney Interviews her Publisher Conversation with Mrs. Thrale and Dr. Johnson Dr. Johnson on some "Ladies" of his Acquaintance A Learned Man on "Evelina" Curiosity regarding the Author of "Evelina" The Members of Dr. Johnson's Household Anticipated Visit from Mrs. Montagu Fanny Burney's Introduction to a celebrated "Blue Stocking" Dr. Johnson's Compliments and Gross Speeches Suggested Husbands for Fanny Burney A Streatham Dinner Party.

2. (1779) THE AUTHOR OF "EVELINA" IN SOCIETY: VISITS BRIGHTON AND TUNBRIDGE WELLS 111 164 A Queer Adventure An Evening at Sir Joshua Reynolds's: a Demonstrative "Evelina" Entbusiast Fanny Burney's Introduction to Sheridan An Aristocratic Radical of the Last Century Mr... Continue reading book >>


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