About this ebook
A wandering woman emigrates to England to escape the violent uprising of 1790s France. With no friends or family, she must find work and connect with others for assistance. Her lack of finances and social status leave her vulnerable to the whims of wealthy employers. Despite her situation, the woman becomes involved with a man who’s unaware of her troubled past. She struggles to maintain her privacy as the truth becomes harder to hide.
The Wanderer or Female Difficulties highlights the flaws of English society built on politics and patriarchy. One woman’s survival depends on the kindness or cruelty of others. It’s a glaring injustice, that forces her to make light of dire circumstances.
With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Wanderer or Female Difficulties is both modern and readable.
About the author
Frances Burney (1752–1840) 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, Evelina, which was a sweeping success. When her identity was revealed, she formally entered literary society producing Cecilia in 1782 and Camilla in 1796. She wrote a total of four novels, eight plays and more than 20 volumes of letters and journals throughout her life.
