Hays, Mary
Memoirs of Emma Courtney (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199555406
- author:
- Hays, Mary
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 19.3 x 1.27 x 12.95 centimetres
- Genre:
- c 1700 to c 1800
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Memoirs of Emma Courtney, written by Mary Hays, is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of romance and Enlightenment philosophy in late eighteenth-century English society.
Published in 2009, this reissue offers a unique insight into the life and struggles of a woman living during a time of great social change. The novel challenges traditional views on marriage and courtship, presenting a compelling case for women's economic and social freedom.
With its articulate and detailed portrayal of a woman's desires and frustrations, Memoirs of Emma Courtney remains an important work in the history of feminist literature, providing a nuanced exploration of the human experience during this pivotal period.
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