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The Letters Of Sarah Harriet Burney
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This Scholarly Edition Presents For The First Time All Of The Known Surviving Letters Of British Novelist Sarah Harriet Burney (17721884). The Overwhelming Majority Of These Lettersmore Than Ninety Percenthave Never Before Been Published.Burney'S Accomplishments, Says Lorna J. Clark, Have Been Unjustly Overlooked. She Published Five Works Of Fiction Between 1796 And 1839, All Of Which Met With Reasonable Success, Including Traits Of Nature (1812), Which Sold Out Within Three Months. These Letters Position Burney Among Her Fellow Women Writers And Shed Light On Her Relations With Her Publisher And Her Ambivalence Toward Her Own Work And Her Readership. Her Lively Observation Of The Literary Scene Evinces The Range And Scope Of Her Reading, As Well As Her Awareness Of Literary Trends And Developments. Burney Was, For Example, Remarkably Prescient In Recognizing, And Praising From The First, The Talent Of Jane Austen, And Met Several Of The Authors Of Her Day.A Challenging New Perspective On Family Matters Also Emerges In The Letters. The Youngest Child Of The Second Marriage Of Charles Burney, And The Only Daughter To Remain Unmarried, Sarah Harriet Had The Unenviable Task Of Caring For Her Father In His Later Years. Her Letters Reveal A Darker Side Of Dr. Burney, And Also Help To Round Out Our Image Of A More Favored Daughter, Sarah Harriet'S Halfsister (And Fellow Novelist), Frances Burney.As Literature, Clark Observes, Burney'S Letters Are, Arguably, Her Best Work. Thoroughly Versed In The Epistolary Arts, She Sought Always To Amuse And Entertain Her Correspondents. Burney Ultimately Emerges As A Quiet But Heroic Single Woman, Relegated To The Margins Of Society Where She Struggled For Independence And Selfrespect. Displaying Literary Qualities And A Lively Sense Of Humor, The Letters Provide A Fascinating Insight Into The Literary, Political, And Social Life Of The Day.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains six hundred twenty-four pages. It offers a comprehensive view of Sarah Harriet Burney's life and correspondence.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type is hardcover. This durable format is ideal for preserving the book and enhancing its visual appeal.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of this book are six point fourteen inches in length, one point sixty-two inches in width, and nine point twenty-five inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Sarah Harriet Burney. She was a prominent British novelist during the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.
- Q: What is the main theme of this book? A: The main theme revolves around Sarah Harriet Burney's correspondence, which highlights her literary observations and personal experiences.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study. It presents a scholarly edition of Burney's letters, providing valuable insights into her life and era.
- Q: How can I use this book for research? A: You can use this book for research by analyzing the letters to understand literary trends and personal narratives of the time.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for young adults? A: Yes, this book is appropriate for young adults. It offers historical and literary context that can enrich their understanding of women's literature.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place, upright on a shelf to prevent warping. Avoid direct sunlight to protect the cover and pages.
- Q: Can I clean this book if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can clean the book gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using water or cleaning solutions to prevent damage.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller immediately for a replacement or refund according to their return policy.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, this book is not part of a series. It is a standalone scholarly edition of Sarah Harriet Burney's letters.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: No, this book does not include illustrations. It focuses primarily on the text of Burney's letters and scholarly commentary.
- Q: What makes this edition unique? A: This edition is unique because it presents all known surviving letters of Sarah Harriet Burney, over ninety percent of which have never been published before.
- Q: Are there any notable figures mentioned in the letters? A: Yes, notable figures such as Jane Austen are mentioned in the letters, showcasing Burney's connections within the literary community.