| Author |
Austen, Jane, 1775-1817 |
| Title |
Northanger Abbey
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
An Anonymous Volunteer, and David WidgerRevised by Richard Tonsing.
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| Summary |
"Northanger Abbey" by Jane Austen is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story introduces Catherine Morland, a young woman whose unremarkable upbringing and lack of traditional beauty set her apart from the stereotypical hero-lines of romantic fiction. However, Catherine harbors a longing for adventure and the romantic ideals perpetuated by the novels she devours, which foreshadows her journey into society, particularly as she embarks on a trip to Bath. The opening of the novel sets the stage for Catherine's character development and introduces her mundane life contrasted with her fantastical aspirations. From early childhood, it is clear that Catherine is more inclined towards physical activities than traditional feminine pastimes, a trait that persists into her teenage years as she develops a fascination for the very novels that shape her romantic notions. Her first significant adventure begins when she is invited to Bath, where she hopes to find excitement, friendship, and possibly romance, particularly with Mr. Tilney, a character that stirs her interest. The narrative promises a witty exploration of societal norms, personal growth, and the dissonance between one's reality and their expectations, making it an engaging read for those interested in character-driven stories that satirize romantic tropes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Satire
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| Subject |
England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Young women -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Love stories
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| Subject |
Gothic fiction
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| Subject |
Horror tales -- Appreciation -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Books and reading -- Fiction
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Gentry -- England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Marriage -- Economic aspects -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
121 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 1994 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 14, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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