Основной контент книги The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker
Text

Buchdauer 250 Seiten

0+

The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker

A Novel
€0,49

Über das Buch

In «The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker,» John Strange Winter weaves a delicate and insightful narrative that scrutinizes the intricacies of social pretensions and feminine identity in the late Victorian era. With a keenly observant eye, Winter employs a rich and vivid prose style, characterized by its penchant for irony and rich detail, creating a satirical yet affectionate portrayal of the titular character, Mrs. Whittaker. The novel is set against the backdrop of a rapidly industrializing society where class distinctions blur, and personal vanities serve as both a refuge and a prison for its characters. John Strange Winter, the pen name of the British author and journalist Helen Thomas, drew from her own, often complex, experiences within society's expectations of women. Her background in the literary and performing arts, as well as her personal encounters with society's elite, imbue the narrative with authenticity and depth, rendering Mrs. Whittaker a relatable figure plagued by the dual pressures of societal aspiration and personal fulfillment. This novel is not merely a period piece; it is a profound exploration of the human condition as it relates to vanity, aspiration, and the societal roles imposed upon women. For readers interested in rich character studies and the subtleties of gender dynamics, «The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker» invites you to uncover the layers of complexity within its brilliant prose.

Einloggen, um das Buch zu bewerten und eine Bewertung zu hinterlassen
Buch «The Little Vanities of Mrs. Whittaker» — kostenlosen Buchauszug online lesen. Hinterlassen Sie Kommentare und Bewertungen, stimmen Sie für Ihre Favoriten.
Altersbeschränkung:
0+
Veröffentlichungsdatum auf Litres:
03 November 2024
Umfang:
250 S.
ISBN:
8596547311638
Verleger:
Rechteinhaber:
Bookwire
Audio
Средний рейтинг 4,2 на основе 890 оценок
Audio
Средний рейтинг 4,6 на основе 972 оценок
Audio
Средний рейтинг 4,6 на основе 88 оценок
Entwurf
Средний рейтинг 4,8 на основе 399 оценок
Text
Средний рейтинг 4,9 на основе 268 оценок
Text, audioformat verfügbar
Средний рейтинг 4,7 на основе 7071 оценок
Audio
Средний рейтинг 4,8 на основе 5125 оценок
Audio
Средний рейтинг 4,3 на основе 53 оценок
Text, audioformat verfügbar
Средний рейтинг 4,1 на основе 17 оценок
Text
Средний рейтинг 0 на основе 0 оценок
Text
Средний рейтинг 0 на основе 0 оценок