Sinossi
'It has taken me a long time, my dearest Aza, to fathom the cause of that contempt in which women are held in this country ...'
Zilia, an Inca Virgin of the Sun, is captured by the Spanish conquistadores and brutally separated from her lover, Aza. She is rescued and taken to France by Déterville, a nobleman, who is soon captivated by her. One of the most popular novels of the eighteenth century, the Letters of a Peruvian Woman recounts Zilia's feelings on her separation from both her lover and her culture, and her experience of a new and alien society.
Françoise de Graffigny's bold and innovative novel clearly appealed to the contemporary taste for the exotic and the timeless appetite for love stories. But by fusing sentimental fiction and social commentary, she also created a new kind of heroine, defined by her intellect as much as her feelings. The novel's controversial ending calls into question traditional assumptions about the role of women both in fiction and society, and about what constitutes 'civilization'.
ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Riassunto" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
Informazioni sull?autore
Jonathan Mallinson is Lecturer in French at the University of Oxford, and Fellow of Trinity College.
Le informazioni nella sezione "Su questo libro" possono far riferimento a edizioni diverse di questo titolo.
Risultati della ricerca per Letters of a Peruvian Woman
Foto dell'editore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman (Oxford World's Classics)
Editore:
Oxford University Press, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Antico o usato
Paperback
Da: HPB Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_470292109
Compra usato
EUR 3,54
Spedizione EUR 3,23
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman (Oxford World's Classics)
Editore:
Oxford University Press, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Antico o usato
Brossura
Da: Goodwill Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: acceptable. Codice articolo 4CJRPI0009SN
Compra usato
EUR 6,21
Spedizione EUR 2,58
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Foto dell'editore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman (Oxford World's Classics)
Da: FirstClassBooks, Little Rock, AR, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: Good. Used books cannot guarantee unused access codes or working CD's! Codice articolo FAY-R-143-788
Compra usato
EUR 6,20
Spedizione EUR 3,44
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Foto dell'editore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman (Oxford World's Classics)
Editore:
Oxford University Press, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Antico o usato
Paperback
Da: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Regno Unito
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Codice articolo GOR005260460
Compra usato
EUR 3,30
Spedizione EUR 6,42
Spedito da Regno Unito a U.S.A.
Spedito da Regno Unito a U.S.A.
Quantità: 7 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman (Oxford World's Classics)
Editore:
Oxford University Press, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Antico o usato
Brossura
Da: Goodwill of Greater Milwaukee and Chicago, Racine, WI, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: good. Book is considered to be in good or better condition. The actual cover image may not match the stock photo. Hard cover books may show signs of wear on the spine, cover or dust jacket. Paperback book may show signs of wear on spine or cover as well as having a slight bend, curve or creasing to it. Book should have minimal to no writing inside and no highlighting. Pages should be free of tears or creasing. Stickers should not be present on cover or elsewhere, and any CD or DVD expected with the book is included. Book is not a former library copy. Codice articolo SEWV.0199208174.G
Compra usato
EUR 7,73
Spedizione EUR 2,58
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman
Da: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: New. Codice articolo 5722168-n
Compra nuovo
EUR 8,77
Spedizione EUR 2,27
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 2 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman
Editore:
Oxford University Press, GB, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Nuovo
Paperback
Da: Rarewaves USA, OSWEGO, IL, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Paperback. Condizione: New. 'It has taken me a long time, my dearest Aza, to fathom the cause of that contempt in which women are held in this country .'Zilia, an Inca Virgin of the Sun, is captured by the Spanish conquistadores and brutally separated from her lover, Aza. She is rescued and taken to France by Déterville, a nobleman, who is soon captivated by her. One of the most popular novels of the eighteenth century, the Letters of a Peruvian Woman recounts Zilia's feelings on her separation from both her lover and her culture, and her experience of a new and alien society. Françoise de Graffigny's bold and innovative novel clearly appealed to the contemporary taste for the exotic and the timeless appetite for love stories. But by fusing sentimental fiction and social commentary, she also created a new kind of heroine, defined by her intellect as much as her feelings. The novel's controversial ending calls into question traditional assumptions about the role of women both in fiction and society, and about what constitutes 'civilization'. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more. Codice articolo LU-9780199208173
Compra nuovo
EUR 11,12
Spedizione gratuita
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 3 disponibili
Foto dell'editore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman
Editore:
Oxford University Press, Incorporated, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Antico o usato
Brossura
Da: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, Regno Unito
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Codice articolo 14076475-6
Compra usato
EUR 5,40
Spedizione EUR 5,73
Spedito da Regno Unito a U.S.A.
Spedito da Regno Unito a U.S.A.
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman (Paperback or Softback)
Editore:
Oxford University Press, USA 3/1/2009, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Nuovo
Paperback or Softback
Da: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Paperback or Softback. Condizione: New. Letters of a Peruvian Woman. Book. Codice articolo BBS-9780199208173
Compra nuovo
EUR 11,25
Spedizione gratuita
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 3 disponibili
Immagini fornite dal venditore
Letters of a Peruvian Woman
Editore:
Oxford University Press, 2009
ISBN 10: 0199208174
ISBN 13: 9780199208173
Antico o usato
Brossura
Da: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Valutazione del venditore 5 su 5 stelle
Condizione: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Codice articolo 5722168
Compra usato
EUR 9,30
Spedizione EUR 2,27
Spedito in U.S.A.
Spedito in U.S.A.
Quantità: 2 disponibili