Memoirs of Miss Sidney Biddulph - Sheridan, Frances Chamberlaine
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"Memoirs of Miss Sidney Biddulph," by Frances Sheridan, offers a captivating glimpse into 18th-century English domestic life. Presented as an epistolary novel, extracted from Miss Biddulph's own journal and now first published, this work provides an intimate perspective on the experiences and emotions of a woman navigating romance and society during this period. A quintessential example of English fiction from the 1700s, "Memoirs of Miss Sidney Biddulph" explores themes of love, relationships, and personal reflection through its unique journal format. Readers interested in historical fiction,…mehr

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"Memoirs of Miss Sidney Biddulph," by Frances Sheridan, offers a captivating glimpse into 18th-century English domestic life. Presented as an epistolary novel, extracted from Miss Biddulph's own journal and now first published, this work provides an intimate perspective on the experiences and emotions of a woman navigating romance and society during this period. A quintessential example of English fiction from the 1700s, "Memoirs of Miss Sidney Biddulph" explores themes of love, relationships, and personal reflection through its unique journal format. Readers interested in historical fiction, particularly stories told through letters and diary entries, will find this meticulously prepared print republication a rewarding experience. Discover the timeless appeal of this classic romance, offering a window into a bygone era and the enduring power of the human heart. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Frances Chamberlaine Sheridan (1724-1766) was an Irish author and playwright best remembered for her novel 'Memoirs of Miss Sidney Biddulph' (1761). Born in Dublin, she came from a literary background; her father, Philip Chamberlaine, was a writer himself. Sheridan's literary voice was much influenced by her early exposure to the cultural milieu and her subsequent education, which was uncommon for women of her era. Her work often dwelled upon themes like women's morality and social pressures, providing insightful commentary on the 18th-century society. Sheridan's 'Memoirs of Miss Sidney Biddulph' is an epistolary novel, narrated through a series of letters that chronicle the life, love, and tribulations of the protagonist, Sidney. Remarkable for its emotional depth and exploration of character, Sheridan's novel was lauded by contemporaries, including the renowned writer and lexicographer, Dr. Samuel Johnson. The book also provided a pioneering narrative technique that influenced the form of the English novel, earning her a distinctive place in the literary canon of her time. Though her life was brief, her contributions to literature were significant, leaving a legacy that would resonate with readers and pave the way for future female novelists.