Cecilia Or Memoirs Of An Heiress

Cecilia: Or Memoirs Of An Heiress is a novel written by Frances Burney, first published in 1782. The story follows the life of Cecilia Beverley, a young woman who becomes an heiress after her uncle dies. Cecilia's newfound wealth attracts many suitors, but she is determined to marry for love rather than money. Along the way, she navigates the complexities of high society and grapples with the responsibilities that come with her wealth. The novel is set in 18th-century England and provides a vivid portrayal of the social and political landscape of the time. Through Cecilia's experiences, Burney explores themes of love, duty, and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society. The book is widely regarded as one of the most important works of 18th-century literature and is considered a masterpiece 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.