Lady Susan
Book • 1871
Written in the epistolary format, 'Lady Susan' revolves around the character of Lady Susan Vernon, a recent widow known for her beauty, charm, and manipulative nature.
The story unfolds through a series of letters, detailing Lady Susan's attempts to marry off her daughter Frederica to a wealthy but insipid man, Sir James Martin, while she herself pursues various romantic and financial interests.
The novel explores themes of deception, societal norms, and the complexities of relationships, all set against the backdrop of late 18th-century English society.
Despite her scandalous reputation, Lady Susan's charm and wit temporarily deceive those around her, including her brother-in-law's younger brother, Reginald De Courcy, until her true character is eventually revealed.
The story unfolds through a series of letters, detailing Lady Susan's attempts to marry off her daughter Frederica to a wealthy but insipid man, Sir James Martin, while she herself pursues various romantic and financial interests.
The novel explores themes of deception, societal norms, and the complexities of relationships, all set against the backdrop of late 18th-century English society.
Despite her scandalous reputation, Lady Susan's charm and wit temporarily deceive those around her, including her brother-in-law's younger brother, Reginald De Courcy, until her true character is eventually revealed.
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