Publisher's Synopsis
The Diary of an Ennuyee is a novel written by Mrs. Jameson, originally published in 1826. The story is presented as a diary written by a young woman who is struggling with feelings of boredom and dissatisfaction with her life. The protagonist, who remains unnamed, is a wealthy and privileged young woman who is living in London. Despite her comfortable lifestyle, she feels unfulfilled and disconnected from the world around her.Through her diary entries, the protagonist reflects on her experiences and observations of the people and society around her. She is particularly critical of the shallow and superficial nature of high society, which she finds to be vapid and uninteresting. She also struggles with her own sense of identity and purpose, feeling as though she is adrift in a sea of meaningless social engagements and empty conversations.As the novel progresses, the protagonist begins to seek out new experiences and connections in an effort to find meaning and purpose in her life. Along the way, she encounters a variety of characters who challenge her assumptions and force her to confront her own limitations and biases. Ultimately, the protagonist comes to a greater understanding of herself and her place in the world, and finds a sense of purpose and fulfillment that she had previously been lacking.The Diary of an Ennuyee is a thoughtful and introspective novel that explores themes of identity, purpose, and the search for meaning in a world that can often feel empty and meaningless. It is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today, offering insights into the human experience that are as relevant now as they were nearly two centuries ago.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
