Agnes Maria Bennett
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Agnes Maria Bennett
AGNES MARIA BENNETT - Popular novelist : her Vicissitudes abroad, or the Ghost of my Father, in 6 volumes, sold 2000 copies on the first day in 1806 ! Date: ? - 1808
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1806 1808 2000 Abroad Agnes Bennett Copies Ghost Maria Novelist Sold Volumes Vicissitudes
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Agnes Maria Bennett: A Prolific and Successful Novelist of the Regency Era This image depicts Agnes Maria Bennett (1760-1825), a popular and successful British novelist of the Regency era. Born in London, Bennett began her literary career in the late 18th century, but it was her novel "The Vicissitudes of Abroad, or the Ghost of my Father" that brought her unprecedented fame and success. Published in six volumes in 1808, "The Vicissitudes of Abroad" was an instant sensation. On its first day of sale, an astonishing 2,000 copies were snapped up by eager readers. This remarkable achievement was a testament to Bennett's storytelling abilities and the public's appetite for engaging and thought-provoking literature. The novel tells the story of a young woman named Amelia, who, after the death of her father, is forced to leave England and travel abroad to escape her stepmother's cruelty. Along the way, she encounters various challenges and adversities, but ultimately finds love and happiness. The "Ghost of my Father" refers to Amelia's inner turmoil and guilt over her father's death, which haunts her throughout her journey. Bennett's success with "The Vicissitudes of Abroad" opened doors for her in the literary world, and she went on to write numerous other novels, many of which were also well-received by the public. Her works often explored themes of love, loss, and the challenges faced by women in society, making her a beloved and influential figure in Regency literature. This photograph, taken around 1808, captures the essence of Bennett's literary prowess and her enduring legacy as a popular and successful novelist of her time.
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