Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 3 of 3) by Fanny Burney
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"Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 3 of 3)" by Fanny Burney is a biographical account written in the early 19th century. This work is an exploration of the life of Dr. Burney, a notable physician and musicologist, narrated through the perspective of his daughter, who compiles his memories, manuscripts, and familial documents. The memoirs focus on significant relationships and events in his life, particularly his friendships with literary figures of the time,
such as Samuel Johnson. The opening portion introduces Dr. Burney's close friendship with Samuel Johnson, highlighting their emotional last encounters before Johnson's death in December 1784. Fanny Burney recounts poignant moments, revealing Johnson's frail state and intimate discussions they shared, which reflect mutual respect and affection. The narrative offers insights into the societal and personal dynamics of their era, illustrating how literature and friendship intertwined in their lives. Notably, the account also hints at Burney's subsequent engagements and challenges as he copes with loss while navigating his professional commitments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Burney, Fanny, 1752-1840 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 3 of 3) Arranged from his own manuscripts, from family papers, and from personal recollections by his daughter, Madame d'Arblay |
| Credits |
Produced by MWS, Brian Wilsden and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Burney, Charles, 1726-1814 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62046 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62046-6 |
| Release Date | May 7, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 504 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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