Elegant satire unraveling the mysteries of society.
Recommendations: 1. If you appreciate witty and satirical social commentary, Northanger Abbey is a must-read. Jane Austen masterfully weaves a tale that unravels the mysteries of societal norms and expectations in a charming and elegant manner. 2. Dive into a world of irony and humor as Jane Austen takes you on a journey through the life of Catherine Morland, a young woman navigating the complexities of friendship, love, and societal norms. Be prepared to be captivated by the biting satire and insightful observations of Austen's wit.
ISBN: 9780393978506
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Date of Publication: 2004-01-01
Format: Paperback
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Goodreads rating: 3.85
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An alternate cover edition can be found here."Backgrounds" features material carefully chosen to enhance readers' appreciation of the novel, including biographical commentary, early works and correspondence related to Northanger Abbey, and excerpts by Ann Radcliffe, Frances Burney, and William Wordsworth, among others, tracing Austen's connection to her Romantic contemporaries."Criticism" collects thirteen assessments of Northanger Abbey from a wide range of voices and periods, including essays by Margaret Oliphant and Rebecca West and critics Patricia Meyer Spacks, Claudia L. Johnson, Lee Erickson, and Joseph Litvak.A Chronology and Selected Bibliography are also included.
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