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Fanny Hill

Fanny Hill

Cleland, John

Paperback

Romance

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ISBN10: 9374120003
ISBN13: 9789374120002
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Mar 20 2026
Pages: 170
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.39 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A rain-soaked London alley, the flicker of candlelight behind a shuttered window, and the hush of forbidden secrets-such is the world readers enter, where innocence and experience collide in the heart of Georgian era England. Here, a young woman's journey from rural obscurity to the tangled intrigues of the city unfolds with both frankness and wit, capturing the raw pulse of eighteenth century literature and the enduring allure of a classic erotic novel. With its vivid portrait of sexual awakening and the shifting fortunes of its heroine, this work has long challenged social boundaries, offering not only a coming of age story but also a biting social satire that skewers the hypocrisies of its time. Once suppressed and out of print for decades, this book is now republished by Alpha Editions, meticulously restored for today's and future generations. Its pages reveal a London at once decadent and dangerous, a historical setting teeming with ambition, desire, and survival. The narrative's unflinching honesty and playful irony have drawn comparisons to Moll Flanders, while its emotional candour echoes the influence of Samuel Richardson, placing it firmly within the canon of British literary fiction. Yet, it remains utterly singular-a tale that both shocks and enlightens, holding a mirror to the complexities of morality and pleasure. For adult readers seeking a bold exploration of human passion or literature students delving into the roots of social satire themes, this edition offers more than a glimpse into the past; it is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether approached as a resource for understanding the evolution of the novel or as an immersive story set against the backdrop of historical London, this restored classic invites discovery and reflection, ensuring its place on the shelves of discerning readers and collectors alike.

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