Anne Manning

Diana's Crescent V1 (1868)

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Produktbeschreibung

Diana's Crescent V1 is a historical fiction novel written by Anne Manning and originally published in 1868. The story revolves around the life of Diana, a young woman who lives in Crescent, a small town in England. Diana is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is known for her beauty, intelligence, and independent spirit. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with a man who is not of her social class.As Diana navigates the challenges of her forbidden love, she also grapples with the societal expectations placed upon her as a woman in Victorian England. She must balance her desire for personal freedom with the pressures to conform to traditional gender roles and marry a suitable husband.The novel explores themes of love, class, gender, and societal expectations in a time of great change in England. Through Diana's experiences, readers gain insight into the struggles and triumphs of women in the 19th century. The book is the first in a series and sets the stage for further exploration of Diana's life and the world around her.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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 208
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Juni 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 11mm
• Gewicht: 309g
• ISBN-13: 9781436821490
• ISBN-10: 1436821495
• Artikelnr.: 24874455

Autorenporträt

Anne Manning become an English novelist and biographer. She is excellent known for her ancient novels and biographical works. Manning's writing career flourished at some stage in the nineteenth century, and her works often pondered her deep hobby in history and society. One of Manning's super works is the historic novel "The Day of Small Things." Published in 1869, the novel is ready towards the backdrop of the English Civil War and the following years of political and social upheaval. The narrative revolves across the existence of the protagonist, John Frewen, an Oxford student, and the challenges he faces in the course of a tumultuous period in English history. "The Day of Small Things" is celebrated for Manning's meticulous research, attention to ancient detail, and her capacity to weave a compelling story towards a wealthy historical tapestry. The novel gives readers with insights into the political, non-secular, and societal conflicts of the time, portraying characters grappling with non-public and political demanding situations. While Manning's literary output extended beyond "The Day of Small Things," this precise painting sticks out as a testament to her potential to carry historical periods to existence via engaging storytelling and nicely-drawn characters.