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Fanny Burney, Madame D��Arblay is a biography written by Austin Dobson and published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and works of Fanny Burney, who was a prominent English novelist and diarist in the 18th century. Dobson delves into Burney's childhood, her family background, and her early education. He also explores her literary career, which began with the publication of her first novel, Evelina, in 1778. The book was a huge success and brought Burney fame and fortune. Dobson discusses Burney's subsequent novels, such as Cecilia and Camilla, and her plays, including The Witlings.In addition to her literary accomplishments, Burney was also a close friend of Samuel Johnson and a member of the court of King George III. Dobson provides insight into Burney's personal life, including her marriage to General Alexandre D'Arblay and her struggles with breast cancer.Overall, Fanny Burney, Madame D��Arblay is a detailed and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of England's most celebrated writers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.