Fantomina (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Love in a MazeBy Eliza Haywood
Length1h 24m
About this audiobook
Eliza Haywood's Fantomina; or, Love in a Maze is a brisk, audacious prose fiction of erotic intrigue, disguise, and social critique. First published in 1725, it follows an unnamed gentlewoman who repeatedly transforms herself—into Fantomina, Celia, the Widow Bloomer, and Incognita—to pursue and outwit the inconstant Beauplaisir. Written in the lively idiom of early eighteenth-century amatory fiction, the work combines sensational plotting with sharp psychological observation, exposing the instability of identity, reputation, and gendered power in a culture governed by sexual double standards. Haywood was one of the most prolific and commercially successful writers of her age, active as novelist, playwright, actress, translator, and periodical author. Her intimate knowledge of theatrical performance and London's literary marketplace informs the novella's fascination with role-playing and spectatorship. As a woman writing within—and against—the conventions of amatory fiction, Haywood explored female desire with unusual frankness while revealing the social costs imposed upon women who act upon it. Fantomina is essential reading for students of the early novel, feminist literary history, and eighteenth-century culture. Compact yet richly suggestive, it rewards readers interested in wit, seduction, masquerade, and the politics of narrative control.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (2.9K)
Includes Goodreads
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length1 hr 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 17, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Black Oxen (Annotated)
7To the All-conquering Beauplaisir.
2Introduction
8To the Obliging and Witty Incognita.
3Synopsis
9Analysis
4Historical Context
10Reflection
5To the Charming Mrs. Bloomer.
11Memorable Quotes
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6To the Lovely Fantomina.
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