Moving the Mountain, Herland & With Her in Ourland (eBook)

The Complete Herland Trilogy

Charlotte Perkins Gilman (Autor)

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2022
352 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654739214-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Moving the Mountain, Herland & With Her in Ourland," Charlotte Perkins Gilman combines progressive ideas with her distinctive literary style to explore themes of gender, society, and utopia. These interconnected narratives challenge the prevailing social norms of the early 20th century, presenting a world where women thrive independently, free from patriarchal constraints. Gilman's keen use of allegory and social critique is evident as she constructs a society in "Herland" where women collaborate in harmony, reflecting her belief in the transformative power of female solidarity and the critique of traditional gender roles. Charlotte Perkins Gilman was a prominent feminist thinker, social reformer, and writer whose own experiences with mental health and societal limitations profoundly influenced her work. Gilman was a vocal advocate for women's rights, and her personal struggles with the expectations of womanhood provided her with a unique lens to critique society. Her landmark essay, "The Yellow Wallpaper," mirrors the themes explored in these later works, showcasing her ongoing dedication to advocating for women's autonomy and intellectual freedom. This collection is highly recommended for readers interested in feminist literature and social commentary. Gilman's visionary perspectives continue to resonate in contemporary discussions around gender equality and societal reform, making this book essential for anyone seeking to understand the evolution of feminist thought in literary history.

Autor

Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860–1935) was a prominent American feminist, sociologist, and writer of the late 19th and early 20th century. Her influential work focused on women's rights and the social structures that constrained their potential. Gilman achieved widespread recognition through her short stories, novels, and nonfiction, often using utopian fiction to project her vision of a more equitable society. In her groundbreaking novel 'Herland' (1915), Gilman crafts a narrative of an all-female society, exploring themes of gender, motherhood, and collective social progress. This novel, alongside its sequel 'With Her in Ourland' (1916), captures Gilman's conviction that societal reform could be achieved through cooperative living and women's emancipation. Her earlier novel, 'Moving the Mountain' (1911), offers a precursor to the ideas later developed in 'Herland,' presenting a transformed society through the lens of a male protagonist. Gilman's literary style often intertwines social critique with storytelling, employing utopian motifs to advocate for feminist ideals and social change. Her work remains an important part of the canon of feminist literature and continues to be studied and revered for its forward-thinking perspectives on gender roles and societal norms.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Fantasy
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Romane / Erzählungen
• Schlagworte: 1984 • Aldous Huxley • all-women civilization • Charlotte Perkins Gilman • creative intellect • Early 20th Century • early 20th century authors • early 20th-century utopianism • female-centric society • feminist science fiction • feminist utopia • feminist utopian fiction • Gender equality • gender inequality critique • gender role exploration • gender roles literature • gloria steinem • he Bell Jar • Herland trilogy • H. G. Wells • kate chopin • Matriarchal Society • Maya Angelou • Sheryl Sandberg • Social commentary • social reformer • Social reform fiction • sociological underpinnings • speculative fiction classics • speculative fiction trilogy • The Second Sex • thought-provoking fiction • Time-travel narrative • utopian novels • utopian themes • Virginia Woolf • women's empowerment • Women's literature