In modern books, a preface is optional and reflects the author's personal touch. His novel had no preface, diving straight into the story.
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Historical Insight
Prefaces often contain historical context, helping readers understand the time period of the book. The preface provided context about the Victorian era.
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Author's Thoughts
The preface may express the author's journey or motivations in creating the book. The preface revealed her struggles during the book's writing process.