This illustrated edition brings together the complete works of Frances Burney, one of the most important and influential writers of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Known for her wit, keen social observation, and pioneering contributions to the novel form, Burney's works offer a rich and lively portrayal of the complexities of English society, manners, and relationships during the Georgian era. The collection features her most celebrated novels, including Evelina, Burney's sparkling debut, where a young woman navigates the challenges of entering society; Cecilia, a deeper exploration of class, inheritance, and virtue; and Camilla, an intricate tale of love, family, and social expectations. These novels not only provide delightful romantic and comedic narratives but also engage with pressing social issues of the time, from gender roles to wealth and morality. Accompanied by detailed illustrations, this edition enhances the reading experience by visually capturing the elegance and vitality of Burney's world. A must-have for readers of classic literature, this collection offers an essential look at the works of a novelist whose keen observations and engaging storytelling continue to resonate today. Contents: The Novels o Evelina o Cecilia o Camilla o The Wanderer The Play o The Witlings

A forlorn English diplomat. A forgotten yet legitimate daughter. A stuffy society intent on keeping outsiders out. Steeped in the new wave of romanticism in the late 18th century, `Evelina' tells the beloved story of a young lady's entrance into the world. Evelina must learn to navigate the layers of 18th-century England. And although she has all the desirable traits of a young woman, being cast a `nobody' by Mr. Lovel is sure to tarnish her shine. A marriage is required of her. And fast. Can she secure a suitable bachelor? During a time when society was less than kind to the wants of women, Frances Burney's `Evelina' remains a much-loved eighteenth-century novel. Sweeping readers off their feet for nearly 200 years, `Evelina' is ideal for fans of Netflix's `Bridgerton' and Keira Knightly's `Pride and Prejudice'. Frances Burney (1752-1840) was an English satirical novelist, diarist and playwright. Her work spans the hugely popular `Evelina' and `Camilla', both which remain much loved eighteenth-century classics today. Mistress of the robes to Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, George III's Queen, Burney married a French exile, leaving her stranded in France for much of her career. She is thought to have foreshadowed the likes of Jane Austen and William Makepeace Thickery.