TITLE:Persuasion

PUBLISHER:Vintage classics

ISBN:9781784872885

DEC-INDEX :823.7

YEAR:2017

RESUME:Persuasion is a novel written by Jane Austen, published posthumously in 1817. The book tells the story of Anne Elliot, a young woman from a wealthy family who is persuaded to break off her engagement to a naval officer, Frederick Wentworth, who is not considered suitable by her family. Eight years later, Anne is still unmarried and living with her family in reduced circumstances. When Wentworth returns to England as a successful and wealthy captain, Anne must confront her feelings for him and decide whether to pursue a relationship with him or follow the expectations of her family.

N_PAGES:301

ILLUSTRATION:non

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