Evelina, Or, the History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World by Fanny Burney
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Burney, Fanny, 1752-1840
English
"Evelina, Or, the History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World" by Fanny Burney is a novel written in the late 18th century. The story follows the titular character, Evelina, a young woman who is navigating her entry into society and the complexities of life, love, and social norms in 18th-century England. At the start of the novel, we are int...
first visit to London, under the care of Mr. Villars, who has been her guardian. The letters exchanged between Lady Howard and Mr. Villars reveal tensions about Evelina’s uncertain status, her complicated family background, and the questionable intentions of those around her, particularly her grandmother, Madame Duval. The opening portion sets a tone of awareness and cautiousness as it captures Evelina's initial experiences and encounters, hinting at her naivety and the societal pressures she will face in her quest for acceptance and belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Paul Gonzalez
1 month agoBelieve the hype, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Sarah Rivera
1 month agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. A true masterpiece of its kind.
James Hernandez
1 month agoHonestly, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. Simply brilliant.
Carol Gonzalez
1 month agoThis download was worth it since it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
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Mason Roberts
4 months agoFrom the very first page, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. A valuable addition to my digital library.