Publisher's Synopsis
""Diary of an Ennuyee"" is a novel written by Mrs. Jameson that was first published in 1826. The story is told through the diary entries of the protagonist, a young woman named Geraldine, who is suffering from ennui, a feeling of boredom and dissatisfaction with life. Geraldine is a member of the upper class in England and has everything she could want, but still feels unfulfilled. Throughout the novel, Geraldine reflects on her life, her relationships with friends and family, and her struggles with love and marriage. She is torn between her desire for freedom and independence and the societal pressures to conform to traditional gender roles and expectations. As the story progresses, Geraldine becomes increasingly disillusioned with her life and the people around her. She begins to question the values and beliefs of her social class and the society she lives in. ""Diary of an Ennuyee"" is a social commentary on the lives of the upper class in early 19th century England. It explores themes of gender, class, and the search for meaning and purpose in life. The novel is written in a diary format, which allows the reader to experience Geraldine's thoughts and emotions in a personal and intimate way.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.