Madame D'Arblay (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162905273)

Madame D'Arblay is a biography written by Lord Macaulay about the life of Frances Burney, an 18th-century English writer. Burney, who wrote under the pen name Madame D'Arblay, was a popular novelist and playwright during her time, known for her wit and social commentary. Macaulay's biography covers Burney's early life, her rise to literary fame, and her personal relationships with notable figures such as Samuel Johnson and King George III. The book also delves into Burney's struggles with illness and financial difficulties, as well as her eventual marriage and retirement from writing. Macaulay's writing style is characterized by his use of vivid language and historical detail, making this biography a fascinating and informative read for those interested in 18th-century literature and culture.THIS 82 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Critical and Historical Essays: The Complete Writings of Lord Macaulay V6, by Lord Macaulay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766183688.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Lord Macaulay
ISBN-10: 1162905271
ISBN-13: 9781162905273
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 82
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.27lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.17d