The romance of Isabel Lady Burton : $b The story of her life. Volume I

"The Romance of Isabel Lady Burton: The Story of Her Life, Volume I" by Isabel Burton is a historical biography that reveals the life of a remarkable woman, Isabel Burton, and her connection to her celebrated explorer husband, Sir Richard Burton. The book begins by establishing Isabel's noble ancestry from the Arundell family and explores her early life, focusing on her education, expectations placed on young women during the 1800s, and her burgeoning desire for love and adventure. The biography captures Isabel's unique point of view, portraying her journey of self-discovery as she navigates societal norms and prepares to encounter a life far beyond the expectations for women of her time, all while hinting at the fascinating events yet to come.