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Villette (Penguin Classics),Used
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I am only just returned to a sense of real wonder about me, for I have been reading Villette...' George EliotWith neither friends nor family, Lucy Snowe sets sail from England to find employment in a girls boarding school in the small town of Villette. There she struggles to retain her selfpossession in the face of unruly pupils, an initially suspicious headmaster, and her own complex feelings, first for the schools English doctor and then for the dictatorial professor, Paul Emmanuel. Charlotte Bronts last and most autobiographical novel is a powerfully moving study of isolation and the pain of unrequited love, narrated by a heroine determined to preserve an independent spirit in the face of adverse circumstances.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Villette' by Charlotte Brontë? A: 'Villette' explores themes of isolation, unrequited love, and the struggle for independence through the experiences of Lucy Snowe.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Villette'? A: The author of 'Villette' is Charlotte Brontë, a renowned English novelist, best known for her work in the 19th century.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Villette'? A: 'Villette' was published on December 28, 2004, as a reprint in the Penguin Classics series.
- Q: How many pages are in the paperback edition of 'Villette'? A: The paperback edition of 'Villette' contains 672 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'Villette' have? A: This edition of 'Villette' has a paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Villette' suitable for readers of all ages? A: 'Villette' is generally suitable for adult readers due to its complex themes and mature subject matter.
- Q: What makes 'Villette' a classic novel? A: 'Villette' is considered a classic novel due to its enduring literary significance, complex characters, and exploration of psychological themes.
- Q: Can 'Villette' be used in academic settings? A: 'Villette' is often used in academic settings for literary studies because of its rich themes and character development.
- Q: What other works are similar to 'Villette'? A: Other works similar to 'Villette' include 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Brontë and 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Brontë, as they share themes of love and social critique.
- Q: Is there any special edition of 'Villette' available? A: The Penguin Classics edition of 'Villette' includes an introduction and notes by distinguished scholars, enhancing the reading experience.