I have just uploaded Marryat's preface to Veronique, in which she defends her use of the sensation genre and denounces her critics. … [Read more...] about Preface to Veronique added
Synposis of Petronel added
I've just added a synopsis of Petronel. Not my favourite of Marryat's novels, but an interesting contrast with Nelly Brooke. … [Read more...] about Synposis of Petronel added
New critical edition of Her Father's Name
A new critical edition of Her Father's Name, edited by Greta Depledge, is now available from Victorian Secrets. … [Read more...] about New critical edition of Her Father's Name
Synopsis of For Ever and Ever added
I have just added a synopsis of For Ever and Ever. I'm afraid it's rather long, and you'd be forgiven for thinking it might be quicker to read the novel. I shall give it a vigorous edit when time permits. … [Read more...] about Synopsis of For Ever and Ever added
New critical edition of The Dead Man's Message
A new critical edition of The Dead Man's Message, edited by Greta Depledge, is now available from Victorian Secrets. … [Read more...] about New critical edition of The Dead Man's Message