Best of
Fiction

1818

Flowers in the Mirror


Li Ruzhen - 1818
    It is known for its feminist message, as it eulogizes women's talents and challenges gender roles.

Pride and Prejudice / Northanger Abbey / Persuasion


Jane Austen - 1818
    Here we meet the spirited Elizabeth Bennet, her matchmaking mother and the haughty Mr Darcy, and delight in their love stories, intrigues and friendships.Northanger Abbey is a brilliant and funny response to the sensational 'Gothic Horror' novels popular at the time. Its impressionable young heroine, Catherine, goes to a mysterious ancient Abbey where dire deeds may be afoot--but the consequences are not at all what might be expected.Persuasion depicts the most sensitive, mature and intelligent of all Jane Austen's heroines, and one of the closest in character to the author herself. The love story of Anne Elliot and Captain Wentworth is tole with real poignancy and feeling.--back cover

The Heart of Mid-Lothian, Volume 2


Walter Scott - 1818
    You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.