Georgette Heyer's Regency World

Jennifer Kloester

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Arrow
01 April 2008

Literature, Poetry & Criticism; Literary studies: from c 1900 -; Literary studies: fiction, novelists & prose writers

A must-have guide to the people, places and society in Georgette Heyer's Regency novels

If you love Georgette Heyer, 'the queen of Regency romance', this is a must-read- the definitive guide to the sparkling world of Georgette Heyer's celebrated novels, which are currently being reissued.

A bestselling novelist since 1921, Georgette Heyer is known across the world for her historical romances set in Regency England. Millions of readers love the outrageous lifestyle, fashion and capricious escapades of the elegant bon ton, and no one has captured that world better than Georgette Heyer, with universally beloved novels such as Regency Buck, The Grand Sophy and Friday's Child.

Georgette Heyer's Regency World is the ultimate, definitive guide to Georgette Heyer's wonderful and enchanting realm- her heroines, her villains and dashing heroes, the shops, clubs and towns they frequented, the parties and seasons they celebrated, how they ate, drank, dressed, socialized, shopped and drove.

An utterly delightful and fun read, beautifully illustrated and compelling in its historical detail, this is a must-have for any Georgette Heyer fan.

By: Jennifer Kloester
Imprint: Arrow
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 217mm, Width: 136mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 398g
ISBN: 9780099478720
ISBN 10: 0099478722
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 01 April 2008
Recommended Age: From 0 years
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

During the extensive study and research of Georgette Heyer's work for her Ph. D thesis, Jennifer Kloester had access to Heyer's private papers and other information made available through the generosity of Georgette Heyer's son and, as a result has discovered a wealth of new material on a person who is known to be an immensely private writer.

Reviews for Georgette Heyer's Regency World

An invaluable guide for all Heyer fans, old and new * Good Book Guide * Detailed, informative ... impressively researched. A Heyer lover writing for Heyer fans * Times Literary Supplement * This fascinating book is a must for Heyer devotees * Image Magazine * An invaluable guide to the world of the bon ton. No lover of Georgette Heyer's novels should be without it -- Katie Fforde A definitive guide to the people, places and society of her novels * Bookseller *