Northanger Abbey

Cover of Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen
Author: Jane Austen
Publisher: Penguin Books Limited
Year: 2006
Language: en
Pages: 288
ISBN-13: 9780141028132
Dimensions:
Height: 7.12597 Inches
Length: 4.37007 Inches
Weight: 0.4519476371 Pounds
Width: 0.82677 Inches
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Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen, published by Penguin Books Limited on April 6, 2006, is a classic novel that explores the life of young Catherine Morland, who is captivated by the adventurous tales she reads. As she navigates her experiences, Catherine’s imagination leads her to perceive the world through the lens of her favorite stories, filled with villains and heroines. Her journey takes a turn when she befriends Henry and Eleanor Tilney, who help her confront the realities of life, particularly when she visits the enigmatic Northanger Abbey.

In this edition, readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of drama and fiction, highlighting Catherine’s struggle to distinguish between truth and fantasy. As she grapples with her romantic notions and the potential for genuine love, the story unfolds against the backdrop of her vivid imagination and the mysterious atmosphere of the abbey. With 288 pages, this English-language edition invites readers to reflect on the interplay between literature and life, making it a noteworthy addition to the literary canon.


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Young, impressionable Catherine believes that life should be a wonderful adventure right out of her favourite novels. Lost in her stories, she sees diabolical villains and swooning heroines everywhere she looks.

Only her new friends, Henry and Eleanor Tilney, are able to teach her about realities of life. But when Catherine is invited to be a guest of General Tilney and his family at the mysterious Northanger Abbey, she still can’t help wondering what horrifying secret her host is hiding in its dark rooms . . .

Will Catherine ever be able to tell the difference between truth and fantasy? And is she too busy looking for heroes and villains to see the chance of genuine romance when it comes her way?

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This page includes the available description and bibliographic details for “Northanger Abbey” by Jane Austen. Synopsis preview: Young, impressionable Catherine believes that life should be a wonderful adventure right out of her favourite novels. Lost in her stories, she sees diabolical villains and swooning heroines everywhere she looks. Only her…
Who is the author of “Northanger Abbey”?
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When was “Northanger Abbey” published?
Publisher: Penguin Books Limited. Year: 2006.
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ISBN-13: 9780141028132.
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Language: en. Pages: 288.

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