Austen, Jane
Northanger Abbey (Wordsworth Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781853260438
- author:
- Austen, Jane
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wordsworth Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1992
- Pages:
- 224
- Genre:
- Romance / Classic Authors, Contemporary Authors
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Northanger Abbey is a witty and insightful novel that follows the journey of a young girl as she leaves her rural home to enter the bustling world of Bath in the late 1790s. With a keen eye for observation and a sharp sense of humour, the author explores the complexities of social interaction and the challenges of navigating a new world.
The story is marked by the protagonist's growing understanding of the world around her, as she becomes increasingly aware of the differences between her own sheltered upbringing and the sophisticated society she encounters. Through her experiences, the author also offers a commentary on the literary trends of the time, particularly the Gothic school of novel-writing.
As Catherine navigates her social and romantic adventures, she must also contend with the uncertainties and embarrassments that come with growing up. Will she find happiness, or will she learn to navigate the complexities of the adult world?
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