Silly Novels by Lady Novelists

by George Eliot

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Overview

Describing the silliness and feminine fatuity of many popular books by lady novelists, George Eliot perfectly skewers the formulaic yet bestselling works that dominated her time, with their loveably flawed heroines.

Essay first published for Westminster Review in 1856.

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0141192755
Publisher	Penguin Books
Publication date	January 1856
Language	English
Pages	111 pages

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About the Author

George Eliot

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.