Cecilia V5: Or Memoirs Of An Heiress

By Fanny Burney

Book Overview

Cecilia V5: Or Memoirs Of An Heiress (1791) is a novel written by Fanny Burney. It tells the story of a young woman named Cecilia who inherits a large fortune from her uncle. As a result, she becomes the target of many fortune hunters who seek to marry her for her wealth. Cecilia must navigate the complex social world of 18th century England, where status and wealth are everything, while also trying to find true love and happiness. Along the way, she encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a scheming aunt, a charming but unscrupulous suitor, and a kind and generous friend. The novel explores themes of love, marriage, class, and morality, and offers a vivid portrait of life in Georgian England. With its engaging plot, memorable characters, and sharp social commentary, Cecilia V5: Or Memoirs Of An Heiress is a classic of English literature and a must-read for fans of the genre.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164600222
• ISBN13: 9781164600220
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"