The changed brides (eBook)

Love, betrayal, and redemption in 19th-century America

Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
357 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633953245-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Changed Brides," Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth crafts a compelling narrative that explores themes of love, identity, and societal expectations in mid-19th century America. Through her engaging prose and keen psychological insights, Southworth delves into the complexities of marriage and the transformation that follows personal choices, as characters navigate the intricate web of fidelity and emotional upheaval. The book stands as a remarkable example of sentimental fiction, reflecting the era's preoccupation with moral virtue while providing a poignant critique of gender roles and social constraints that shaped women's lives. Southworth, a prolific author and a pioneer of women'Äôs literature, wrote over 30 novels, often drawing upon her own experiences and societal observations. Growing up in a male-dominated world, Southworth's work often emphasizes female agency and the struggles women faced. Her background as a school teacher and her deep understanding of human emotions undoubtedly influenced her writing, making her a distinctive voice in American literature who sought to illuminate the plight of women in her time. This novel is highly recommended for readers interested in women's narratives, historical fiction, and the evolution of moral themes in literature. Southworth's adept storytelling invites readers into a richly detailed world, encouraging them to reflect on the transformative nature of love and the societal pressures that shape our identities.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.7.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century • 19th century fiction • 19th Century Romance • American domestic fiction • American Fiction • American Literature • Authentic Period Details • Classic Literature • classic romantic fiction • complex character dynamics • female author • forgiveness and betrayal • historical plot twists • Identity and societal expectations • literary fiction • Marriage plot • Melodramatic love story • Romance Novel • Sensational Fiction • sentimental storytelling • Victorian Era • Women Writers