Idalia: ;Or, The Unfortunate Mistress

Idalia: Or, The Unfortunate Mistress (1723) is a novel by Eliza Haywood that explores the intersection of ambition, family, and desire and how women often fall victim to the whims of villainous men. It is considered a prime example of the popular genre of amatory fiction and is reimagined for modern readers with a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript.

Format: Hardback
Length: 130 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

Idalia: Or, The Unfortunate Mistress (1723) is a novel by Eliza Haywood, blending tragedy and comedy to explore the intersection of ambition, family, and desire, revealing how women often fall victim to the whims of villainous men. It is considered a prime example of the popular genre of amatory fiction, which often used love triangles to expose the imbalance between male and female desire in a patriarchal society. Idalia is a young woman at the center of Venetian social life, having lost her mother at a young age and lacking the guidance necessary for navigating the world of courtship. When her father rejects her suitor Florez, a handsome, rakish man, Idalia turns her attentions to Don Ferdinand, with whom she maintains a steady correspondence. When his friend Henriquez falls in love with her, the two men decide to fight for Idalias affections, resulting in their duel ending in death for both men, leaving Idalia to turn her attentions elsewhere. Soon, she attempts to enter a convent in order to live chastely, beyond the reach of men. However, the world has other plans.

With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Eliza Haywoods Idalia: Or, The Unfortunate Mistress is a classic of English literature reimagined for modern readers. It delves into the themes of love, ambition, and the complexities of human relationships, offering a timeless exploration of the human condition.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513133164