Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 2 by Fanny Burney
"Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 2" by Fanny Burney is a novel written in the late 18th century, specifically reflecting the societal norms and challenges of that era. The narrative delves into the life of Cecilia Beverley, an heiress navigating the complexities of love, friendship, and social expectations. As she encounters various characters, her journey reveals themes of social class disparities, personal sacrifices, and the pursuit of happiness amidstsocietal constraints. At the start of this volume, Cecilia grapples with her emotions and the realities surrounding her relationships, particularly concerning her feelings for young Delvile. The opening chapters focus on her visit to Miss Belfield, where she learns of the challenges facing Miss Belfield's brother and expresses her desire to help the family despite their pride. The dialogue highlights Cecilia's compassionate nature as she navigates social niceties and the complexities of their situation, all while feeling the weight of her own romantic concerns, especially in relation to young Delvile's recent distance. The intricate interplay of relationships and the exploration of societal roles set the stage for deeper conflicts to emerge throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Burney, Fanny, 1752-1840 |
|---|---|
| Title | Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 2 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cecilia_(Burney_novel) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Text file produced by Delphine Lettau, Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team HTML file produced by David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7146 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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