Northanger Abbey

EAN : 9791041802906

AUSTEN JANE

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EAN : 9791041802906

Paru le : 12 juil. 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041802906
Réf. éditeur : 291149
Date Parution : 12 juil. 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 278
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:15 mm
Poids : 364gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Northanger Abbey" by Jane Austen, one of the most celebrated authors in English literature and the mastermind behind classics such as "Pride and Prejudice" and "Sense and Sensibility", is a perfect blend of satire, romance, and insightful social commentary. With "Northanger Abbey", Austen crafts an ingenious critique of Gothic fiction while showcasing her well-loved narrative flair. In this captivating novel, readers meet Catherine Morland, an imaginative and naive young woman whose world is largely shaped by the Gothic novels she devours. As Catherine gets an opportunity to visit the imposing and mysterious Northanger Abbey, her overactive imagination, fuelled by her reading habits, causes a series of misunderstandings and misinterpretations that lead to humorous yet enlightening incidents. Austen takes advantage of Catherine's naivety and whimsical fantasies to parody the popular Gothic novels of her time, offering readers a delightful satire that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. She brilliantly demonstrates how literature, especially the sensational and dramatic, can sway impressionable minds and skew their perception of reality. However, "Northanger Abbey" is not just a parody of Gothic fiction; it's also an astute exploration of the gender and class dynamics that were prevalent in 18th-century England. Through her nuanced depiction of Catherine's experiences and interactions, Austen provides sharp insights into the societal norms, expectations, and prejudices of her time. "Northanger Abbey" remains a testament to Austen's ability to create timeless narratives that resonate even in the modern world. Whether you are a Jane Austen aficionado or someone venturing into her world for the first time, this novel's blend of humor, romance, and satire is bound to provide an engaging and enlightening reading experience. Keywords: Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey, Gothic Fiction, Satire, Romance, Social Commentary, Societal Norms, Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility.
Biographie : Jane Austen est née le 16 décembre 1775 à Stevenson dans le Hampshire. Après la mort de son père, Jane Austen s'installe avec sa mère et sa soeur à Chatow, où elle va écrire l'essentiel de son oeuvre. En 1811, un éditeur londonien soumet pour la première fois au grand public, sous couvert d'anonymat, Raison et Sentiments mais c'est avec Emma que Jane Austen s'impose véritablement sur la scène littéraire. Son oeuvre compte aujourd'hui parmi les plu grands classiques de la littérature anglaise.