Beyond Sensation


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Mary Elizabeth Braddon, journal editor and bestselling author of more than eighty novels during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, was a key figure in the Victorian literary scene. This volume brings together new essays from a variety of perspectives that illuminate both the richness of Braddon's oeuvre and the variety of critical approaches to it. Best known as the author of Lady Audley's Secret and Aurora Floyd, Braddon also wrote penny dreadfuls, realist novels, plays, short stories, reviews, and articles. The contributors move beyond her two most famous works and reflect a range of current issues and approaches, including gender, genre, imperialism, colonial reception, commodity culture, and publishing history. Contributors include Jennifer Carnell, Jeni Curtis, Pamela K. Gilbert, Lauren Goodlad, Aeron Haynie, Heidi Holder, Gail Turley Houston, Heidi H. Johnson, Toni Johnson-Woods, James R. Kincaid, Elizabeth Langland, Eve Lynch, Graham Law, Katherine Montweiler, Lillian Nayder, Lyn Pykett, and Tabitha Sparks, and Marlene Tromp.




Aurora Floyd


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The Complete Works of Mary Elizabeth Braddon


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The Complete Works of Mary Elizabeth Braddon is a collection of literature that showcases the diverse storytelling ability of the author. Mary Elizabeth Braddon's writing style often blends elements of sensationalism with social commentary, creating a unique narrative that captivates readers. Her works often explore themes of gender, class, and morality, placing her within the context of Victorian literature. The collection includes a wide range of novels, short stories, and plays that highlight Braddon's versatility as a writer. Each work is a testament to the author's ability to engage readers with compelling plots and dynamic characters. From thrilling mysteries to insightful social critiques, Braddon's complete works offer a comprehensive look at her literary contributions to the Victorian era. Mary Elizabeth Braddon was a prolific Victorian author whose works reflected the changing societal norms of the time. Born in 1835, Braddon's keen insight into human nature and her ability to craft engaging narratives set her apart as a significant figure in Victorian literature. Her personal experiences and observations of society likely influenced her writing, leading to the creation of works that resonate with readers even today. Fans of Victorian literature, female authors, and those interested in societal critiques will find The Complete Works of Mary Elizabeth Braddon to be a valuable addition to their reading list. Braddon's compelling storytelling and perceptive commentary make her works both entertaining and thought-provoking, making this collection a must-read for literature enthusiasts.




Mary Elizabeth Braddon


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An important figure in the development of crime fiction, Mary Elizabeth Braddon (1835-1915) wrote more than 80 novels, numerous plays, poems, essays and short stories, and edited two magazines during her 55-year literary career. Her bestselling Lady Audley's Secret secured her reputation as a leading "sensation novelist." Though critics called her work immoral, Braddon's novels influenced the detective fiction of the late Victorian period. With entries on all her published writing, characters, relationships and influences, and themes and contexts, as well as numerous illustrations, a career chronology, and a chronological and alphabetical listing of all of her works, this companion to Braddon's mystery fiction is the definitive reference on this provocative but overlooked writer.




The Trail of the Serpent


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Dead Love Has Chains


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Wyllard's Weird


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The Lovels of Arden


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Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.




Run to Earth


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Aurora Floyd


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