Evelina by Fanny Burney
Or, The History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World
The novel follows the journey of a young, naive girl named Evelina as she navigates the complex societal norms of 18th-century England. Raised in rural obscurity, Evelina's life changes dramatically when she enters London's high society. She must learn to navigate the treacherous waters of social etiquette, romantic interest, and the dangers that come with being a beautiful, young woman in a world dominated by men. Throughout her journey, Evelina struggles to maintain her virtue and innocence while dealing with the advances of various suitors, providing a humorous and satirical look at the gender dynamics and social conventions of the time.
The 845th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1778
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 200-500
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- - Evalina
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This book is on the following 6 lists:
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- 50 Most Influential Books by Women (The Guardian)
- C.K. Shorter List of Best 100 Novels (The Bookman February 1898)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)