The Court Journals and Letters of Frances Burney - 9780199262076

Oxford University Press

Explore the pivotal year of 1789 through the personal writings of Frances Burney, a renowned author and diarist. This volume, the fifth in a comprehensive scholarly edition, captures Burney's experiences as Keeper of the Robes to Queen Charlotte, offering an intimate look at English court life during King George III's recovery from madness and a royal tour of England's southwest. Burney's candid reflections on court events, personal relationships, and her own emotional landscape provide invaluable insights into the era. "The Court Journals and Letters of Frances Burney: Volume V: 1789" is a critical resource for understanding 18th-century English society, literature, and personal history. Edited with meticulous attention to detail and extensive annotation, this volume corrects previous inaccuracies and provides historical context, making Burney's world vividly accessible. It is part of a six-volume series presenting Burney's journals and letters from 1786 to 1791. Key Features: - Comprehensive scholarly edition of Frances Burney's court journals and letters. - Focuses on the significant year of 1789, detailing court life and personal events. - Provides deep insights into the social and political landscape of late 18th-century Britain. - Offers extensive annotation for historical and personal context. Summary: This hardback book, published by Oxford University Press, features the court journals and letters of Frances Burney for the year 1789. Written by Geoffrey Sill, it offers a detailed historical account and personal reflections from a key period in British history, edited to the highest scholarly standards.