Ruth Hall (eBook)

Fanny Fern (Autor)

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2022
287 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-633811725-0 (EAN)

Infos

Fanny Fern's 'Ruth Hall' is a groundbreaking novel that explores the challenges faced by women in 19th century America. Written in a witty and satirical tone, the book provides a candid depiction of the struggles of a young widow trying to make a living as a writer in a male-dominated society. Through sharp social commentary and vivid storytelling, Fern highlights the limitations imposed on women of her time and calls for greater agency and independence. 'Ruth Hall' stands out for its feminist themes and its innovative approach to storytelling, making it a significant work in American literature. The novel is a compelling blend of realism and social criticism, offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of gender roles and societal expectations in the 1800s. Fanny Fern, a pioneering female writer and social critic, drew from her own experiences as a widow and a struggling author to pen this powerful and thought-provoking novel. With 'Ruth Hall', Fern not only challenges patriarchal norms but also showcases the resilience and creativity of women in the face of adversity. I highly recommend 'Ruth Hall' to readers interested in feminist literature, 19th-century American society, and the power of women's voices in literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.1.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Romane / Erzählungen
• Schlagworte: American author • Autobiographical novel • Bad Feminist • Carnegie's Maid • Everything My Mother Taught Me • female protagonist • feminist themes • financial independence • I know why the caged bird sings • In an Instant • Jane Austen • Newspaper columnist • quest for love • Sentimental writing style • Single Motherhood • The Handmaid’s Tale • The Only Woman in the Room • the vanishing half • Victorian Era • Virginia Woolf