Why does Radcliffe favor the term “romance” as the subtitle to “The Mysteries of Udolpho” ?

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It frees Radcliffe from a strict adherence to common life, allowing her to place Emily in challenging situations.

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Radcliffe wants to emphasize the happy ending of the marriage of Emily and Valancourt.

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Radcliffe considers her work a continuation of the sentimental novel of the 18th century.

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It acknowledges the lack of supernatural plot tricks.

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