Fanny Burney
Frances Burney, also known as Fanny Burney and later Madame d'Arblay, was an English satirical novelist, diarist and playwright. In 1786–1790 she held the post of "Keeper of the Robes" to Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, George III's queen. In 1793, aged 41, she married a French exile, General Alexandre d'Arblay. After a long writing career and wartime travels that stranded her in France for over a decade, she settled in Bath, England, where she died on 6 January 1840. The first of her four novels, Evelina (1778), was the most successful and remains her most highly regarded, followed by Cecilia (1782). Most of her stage plays were not performed in her lifetime. She wrote a memoir of her father (1832) and many letters and journals that have been gradually published since 1889, forty-nine years after her death.
Fanny Burney and Her Friends: Select Passages from Her Diary and Other Writings
Witness the evolution of a talented writer as she navigates family, society, and her own artistic journey in this collection of personal writings.
By Fanny Burney
The Wanderer; or, Female Difficulties (Volume 4 of 5)
In a world of rigid expectations, a woman's quest for freedom ignites a blaze of accusations, protective gestures, and hidden affections.
By Fanny Burney
The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 2
Experience the funny and complex world of a courtier navigating royal customs and relationships within King George III's household.
By Fanny Burney
The Wanderer; or, Female Difficulties (Volume 2 of 5)
In a world of rigid expectations, a woman's fight for freedom ignites a journey of self-discovery amidst scandal and societal scrutiny.
By Fanny Burney
The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 3
Amidst the chaos of revolution, witness an intimate account of survival, resilience, and personal change through the eyes of a woman navigating a world in turmoil.
By Fanny Burney
Brief Reflections relative to the Emigrant French Clergy
Driven from their homeland by revolution, virtuous men of faith seek refuge, hoping compassionate hearts will offer salvation from despair.
By Fanny Burney
The Wanderer; or, Female Difficulties (Volume 3 of 5)
In a world stacked against them, a woman navigates friendship, unrequited love, and overwhelming grief.
By Fanny Burney
The Diary and Letters of Madame D'Arblay — Volume 1
Experience the life of a rising novelist as she faces literary success and royal expectations in 18th-century England.
By Fanny Burney
Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 3
When a sudden interruption halts her wedding, a young heiress must confront both her own uncertainties and the formidable disapproval of her lover’s family.
By Fanny Burney
Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 3 of 3) Arranged from his own manuscripts, from family papers, and from personal recollections by his daughter, Madame d'Arblay
Experience the touching and intimate life of a respected doctor and musician through his daughter's eyes, revealing his powerful friendship with a literary giant during a time of societal transformation.
By Fanny Burney
Camilla; or, A Picture of Youth
In a world of fancy dresses and strict rules, a spirited young woman must make her way through family drama and find her own path to happiness.
By Fanny Burney
Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 1
An orphaned heiress steps into the glittering London scene only to discover that her newfound fortune attracts not only admiration but also danger and deceit.
By Fanny Burney
Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 1 of 3) Arranged from his own manuscripts, from family papers, and from personal recollections by his daughter, Madame d'Arblay
Witness the inspiring ascent of a young boy from a quiet village as he navigates the highs and lows of becoming a musical sensation in a world of artistic brilliance and societal expectations.
By Fanny Burney
Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 2
Torn between love, duty, and social pressures, a young heiress must navigate treacherous relationships and societal expectations to find her own path to happiness.
By Fanny Burney
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Madame D'Arblay (Frances Burney)
Explore the world and personal life of a celebrated 18th-century author through her novels, diaries, and letters, revealing unique views on society, gender, and the challenges of her time.
By Fanny Burney
Evelina, Or, the History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World
An innocent young woman navigates the treacherous waters of 18th-century London society, uncovering secrets and facing unexpected challenges at every turn.
By Fanny Burney
The Wanderer; or, Female Difficulties (Volume 5 of 5)
In a world of secrets and dangers, a woman's fight to find herself becomes a battle against society's constraints and the shadows of the past.
By Fanny Burney
The Wanderer; or, Female Difficulties (Volume 1 of 5)
A mysterious woman's desperate plea for help from a dark shore sets off speculation, prejudice, and a fight for identity on a chaotic journey.
By Fanny Burney
Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 2 of 3) Arranged from his own manuscripts, from family papers, and from personal recollections by his daughter, Madame d'Arblay
Enter a world where intimate family moments intertwine with the symphony of London's 19th-century musical scene.
By Fanny Burney