A Widow's Tale, and Other Stories (eBook)

Mrs. Oliphant (Autor)

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2022
447 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654715630-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Widow's Tale, and Other Stories," Mrs. Oliphant masterfully weaves a collection of narratives that delve into the complexities of human emotion, particularly the experiences of women navigating the intricacies of grief, love, and societal expectations in Victorian England. Employing a lyrical prose style and rich character development, Oliphant brilliantly captures the interplay between personal desires and societal constraints. These stories are set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, reflecting themes of loss and resilience while inviting readers to ponder the nuances of widows' lives during an era that often marginalized their voices. Mrs. Oliphant, a notable figure of the 19th-century literary scene, was known for her keen observations of society and the roles women played within it. Her own experiences as a widow, combined with her extensive literary output as a novelist and biographer, inform her sensitive yet critical examination of women's struggles in "A Widow's Tale." Oliphant's work has often been characterized by its depth of insight and emotional resonance, revealing her empathy toward the plight of those often relegated to the periphery. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of Victorian literature and the historical context of women's narratives. Oliphant's ability to evoke sympathy and understanding for her characters makes this book not only a reflection of societal norms but also a poignant exploration of universal themes of love and loss. Readers will find themselves drawn into the powerful storytelling and the evocative themes that echo through time.

Autor

Margaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant (1828–1897), commonly known as Mrs. Oliphant, was a prolific Scottish novelist, biographer, and literary critic of the Victorian era. With an impressive oeuvre that extends to over 120 works, including historical fiction, domestic novels, ghost stories, and literary biographies, Oliphant established herself as a major literary figure of her time. Her deft narrative style embedded in realism and focus on domestic life gained her a vast readership and critical acclaim. 'A Widow's Tale, and Other Stories' is one of Oliphant's notable collections, showcasing her keen insights into the complexities of bereavement and womanhood within Victorian society. Her narrative approach in this work is emblematic of her broader literary style, characterized by a nuanced blend of empathy and moral scrutiny. As a widow herself who supported her three children through her writing after the death of her husband, the themes of widowhood and resilience are heartfelt and authentic. Oliphant is often compared with her contemporaries such as George Eliot, due to her liminal position between the traditional and the progressive, and her explorations of gender roles and the constraints on women in a changing society. Oliphant's contributions have been historically underappreciated, but recent scholarship has increasingly recognized her significant role in the canon of nineteenth-century British literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th-Century Literature • 19th century society • 19th century women authors • A Widow's Tale book • British Short Stories • Classic female writers • domestic realism • Elegantly crafted tales • English literature • female character development • female protagonist • Fiction • gender role exploration • grief and loss • Historical fiction collection • historical narrative fiction • human emotion storytelling • intricate character development • literary collection • love and loss narratives • Margaret Oliphant works • Mrs. Oliphant literature • Mrs. Oliphant's legacy • Mrs. Oliphant's short stories • poignant emotional tales • public domain classics • Scottish historical fiction • Short Stories • social conventions stories • Society and mourning customs • victorian era fiction • Victorian short Stories • Victorian women struggles