Miss Crespigny: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Miss Crespigny is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Burnett, Frances Hodgson (1849–1924).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Miss Crespigny" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic Lisbeth Crespigny, a young woman with a complex personality and a tumultuous past, navigating relationships and societal expectations in her quest for independence and self-discovery. The book introduces her interactions with figures such as her patroness, Mrs. Despard, and Hector Anstruthers, who is linked to her history through a former engagement that she now dismisses. At the start of the story, we meet Lisbeth as she expresses a sense of restlessness and dissatisfaction with social gatherings, showcasing her self-aware and somewhat rebellious nature. She has recently left her sheltered life with her aunts and is now living with Mrs. Despard. The narrative captures her sharp wit and striking beauty, hints at her emotional struggles, and sets the stage for her encounters with Anstruthers, who has matured since their last meeting. Lisbeth's conflicting feelings about her past, her self-image, and her influence over those around her are explored as she interacts with various characters and prepares for potential confrontations with her former life.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Miss Crespigny
- Author credits: Burnett, Frances Hodgson (1849–1924)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- American fiction -- 19th century
- Love stories
- Romance fiction, American
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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