Saxe Holm's Stories, Second Series (eBook)

Enriched edition. Exploring Love, Loss, and Redemption in the American West

Helen Maria Fiske Hunt Jackson (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
229 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406608486-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "Saxe Holm's Stories, Second Series," Helen Maria Fiske Hunt Jackson crafts a poignant collection of tales that delve into the intricacies of human emotion and social justice, demonstrating a masterful blend of realism and Romantic ideals. Published in the late 19th century, the stories articulate the struggles of marginalized figures, particularly women, captured through rich, lyrical prose that showcases Jackson's adeptness at evoking empathy. These narratives are not only engaging but also serve as a critique of societal norms and expectations, rendered in a literary context that mirrors Jackson's advocacy for Native American rights and her commitment to feminist causes. Helen Maria Fiske Hunt Jackson, a prominent American author and activist, was deeply influenced by her experiences in both the East and West of America. Her journey, which began with a conventional upbringing, transformed into an ardent quest for social justice, particularly highlighted in her seminal work "A Century of Dishonor," which exposed the injustices faced by Native Americans. Jackson's personal life, marked by loss and resilience, informs much of her narrative style, imbuing her characters with a depth of feeling that resonates with her own struggles. Readers seeking to engage with compelling narratives that challenge societal expectations will find "Saxe Holm's Stories, Second Series" both enlightening and moving. Jackson's ability to intertwine storytelling with commentary makes this collection not merely a set of tales, but a call to reflect on the human condition and the societal structures that shape our experiences.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 8.12.2020
• Einführung: Taylor Winslet
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Taylor Winslet
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Essays / Feuilleton
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Schlagworte: 1870s works • 19th century fiction • American Literature • American West stories • collections • Collections of short stories • Collective works • concise storytelling style • Culture • emotional character development • evocative prose narratives • Female authors • Fiction • fiction anthology • Helen Hunt Jackson • Historical fiction collection • Humanities • human relationship themes • literary classics • literary women • love and loss tales • redemption narratives • Rugged frontier setting • Saxe Holm • Short Stories • Victorian Literature