{"product_id":"evelina-9781513218908","title":"Evelina","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eEvelina or the History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World\u003c\/i\u003e, the title character leaves her isolated country home for vibrant London society.\u003c\/b\u003e As she stumbles through the city, she encounters many people including the handsome, Lord Orville.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvelina is a young woman who's spent her entire childhood in seclusion. Although the legitimate daughter of Sir John Belmont, she was raised in the country with Reverend Villars. When Evelina is offered a chance to visit London, she quickly accepts the opportunity. Upon her arrival, her questionable origins and na?vet? make her a target for rumors and speculation. Despite her unconventional ways, she catches the eye of nobleman, Lord Orville and tries to navigate formal rules of society and courtship.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eEvelina or the History of a Young Lady's Entrance into the World\u003c\/i\u003e is a compelling story bursting with humor and romanticism. The author beautifully weaves multiple characters and arcs into one satisfying narrative. Originally published in 1778, \u003ci\u003eEvelina\u003c\/i\u003e maintains its refreshing outlook on contemporary life.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003e Evelina\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSince our inception in 2020, \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBurney, Frances:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Frances Burney (1752-1840)\u003c\/b\u003e was born in England to music historian and composer Charles Burney. Educated at home, she began reading and writing at age 10. She loved to compose letters and keep journals, which would be integral to her future career. In 1778, Burney anonymously published her first novel, \u003ci\u003eEvelina\u003c\/i\u003e, which was a sweeping success. When her identity was revealed, she formally entered literary society producing \u003ci\u003eCecilia\u003c\/i\u003e in 1782 and \u003ci\u003eCamilla\u003c\/i\u003e in 1796. She wrote a total of four novels, eight plays and more than 20 volumes of letters and journals throughout her life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mint Editions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50483063324946,"sku":"9781513218908","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_29171b9d-d0aa-4d52-a6fe-b8691c5d9b11.jpg?v=1744211252","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/evelina-9781513218908","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}