Diana Trelawny

Diana Trelawny

Margaret Oliphant

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2021
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9789354847943
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A sharp, intimate portrait of a woman who dares to define her own path in a tightly governed world.Diana Trelawny offers more than a tale of courtship and duty; it is a clear-eyed exploration of marriage and social expectation, seen through the eyes of a determined heroine and a society that tests every step she takes. Margaret Oliphant blends keen social commentary with vivid character study, delivering a british nineteenth century novel that resonates with today’s readers. The novel’s layered portrait of women, class and gender norms sits at the heart of Victorian fiction, while its London backdrop and domestic stakes illuminate Britain in the nineteenth century with uncommon clarity. Fans of historical fiction readers and classroom reading lists will find in Oliphant’s work a timeless touchstone for discussion and reflection, underscored by a quietly assertive literary voice reminiscent of Charlotte Brontë influenced fiction.Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today’s and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector’s item and a cultural treasure. This edition respects the original’s spirit while inviting new readers to discover its warmth, wit, and moral acuity. A thoughtful bridge between literary heritage and contemporary interest, Diana Trelawny will appeal to casual readers seeking a memorable story and to library reference guides seeking a precise, enriching Victorian London setting.

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