Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen is a classic read that follows the adventures of Catherine Morland, a young and lively protagonist. This literary work explores themes such as self-reflection, social relationships, and the influence of gothic novels.
Description
Catherine Morland, originally not considered a heroine, navigates financial and social challenges in both the bustling city of Bath and the seemingly quiet countryside of Gloucestershire. Northanger Abbey combines humor with criticism of the excesses of gothic literature and highlights the importance of independence and critical thinking, especially for women.
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Product specifications
- Author: Jane Austen
- Series: Oxford World's Classics
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication date: 2024-09-12
- Number of pages: 272
- ISBN: 9780198841067
- Theme: Literary studies: c 1800 to c 1900
- BISAC: LITERARY CRITICISM / General
About the author
Thomas Keymer is a professor of English literature at the University of Toronto and has extensive expertise in book history and literary criticism. He is also affiliated with the University of Oxford and has a number of influential publications to his name, including works on Jane Austen and the development of the English novel.