The Adventures Of Rivella Or The History Of The Author Of The Atalantis With Secret Memoirs And Characters Of Several Considerable Persons Her Contemp

The Adventures of Rivella is a novel written by Mrs. Manley that tells the story of the author of Atalantis, a popular work of fiction during the early 18th century. The book is a blend of fiction and memoir, with the author using her own experiences and those of her contemporaries to create a narrative that is both entertaining and informative.The main character, Rivella, is a fictionalized version of Mrs. Manley herself, and the novel follows her adventures as she navigates the literary and political circles of London. Along the way, she encounters several notable figures of the time, including the Duke of Marlborough and the playwright William Congreve.The novel also includes secret memoirs and character sketches of several other important people from Mrs. Manley's time, providing a unique glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and powerful during the early 18th century.Overall, The Adventures of Rivella is a fascinating work of historical fiction that offers a vivid portrayal of life in 18th century London, as well as insight into the literary and political culture of the time.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.