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Burney, Fanny
1752
1840
Burney, Frances
D'Arblay, Frances Burney
The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1
Produced by Marjorie Fulton and David Widger
"The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1" by Fanny Burney is a collection of personal writings that recount the author's experiences and observations during the late 18th century. The work introduces Frances Burney, who later becomes celebrated for her novels like "Evelina," as she navigates the complexities of life in both literary circles and the royal court. The diary presents rich insights into the social and literary landscapes of her time, highlighting her interactions with notable figures such as Dr. Johnson and George III. The opening of this volume outlines Burney's early life, detailing her upbringing in a musical family and her initial foray into writing. As the narrative unfolds, it captures the moment she achieves fame with the publication of her first novel, "Evelina," and follows her as she grapples with newfound popularity and the changes it incurs in her social life. This section also hints at her future struggles as she is drawn into court life, where her writing ambitions clash with the demands of her royal duties. Overall, the beginning paints a vivid portrait of a young woman caught between her literary aspirations and the constraints of her society, setting the stage for deeper explorations in subsequent entries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Novelists, English -- 19th century -- Correspondence
Burney, Fanny, 1752-1840 -- Diaries
Burney, Fanny, 1752-1840 -- Correspondence
Novelists, English -- 18th century -- Correspondence
Novelists, English -- 18th century -- Diaries
Novelists, English -- 19th century -- Diaries
Great Britain -- Court and courtiers -- History -- 18th century
Great Britain -- Court and courtiers -- History -- 19th century
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