Publisher's Synopsis
The Doleful Death And Flowery Funeral Of Fancy is a novel written by Frances Catherine Barnard and published in 1837. The book is a satirical work that explores the themes of love, marriage, and social status in the Victorian era. The story follows the life of a young woman named Fancy, who is born into a wealthy family and raised to believe that her only purpose in life is to marry well and secure her social status. However, Fancy is not content with this life and yearns for something more meaningful.As the story progresses, Fancy falls in love with a man who is not of her social class, and she must choose between following her heart or adhering to the expectations of her family and society. The novel is filled with witty dialogue, social commentary, and colorful characters who represent different aspects of Victorian society.The title of the book refers to the death of Fancy's dreams and desires, which are symbolized by the character of Fancy herself. The ""flowery funeral"" represents the superficial and ornate nature of Victorian funerals, which were often used to display wealth and social status.Overall, The Doleful Death And Flowery Funeral Of Fancy is a thought-provoking and entertaining novel that provides insight into the social norms and expectations of Victorian society.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.
