L. Allen Harker

Broschiertes Buch

Master And Maid

Beschreibung

Master and maid begins with an unexpected disruption to a structured academic setting when a confident and vibrant young woman arrives unannounced at a quiet college. The arrival of a guest, the daughter of an old friend, introduces a wave of unpredictability and emotional nuance into the life of a reserved and dutiful housemaster. The contrast between her vivid presence and his orderly world hints at an underlying exploration of emotional change and adaptability within a rigid social structure. The school environment, initially depicted through the formality of interactions among faculty and students, quickly becomes a backdrop for more complex interpersonal connections. Her keen insight and ability to navigate a male-dominated academic space without compromising individuality point to the evolving roles and expectations of women. Through her observations and easy rapport with the students, the early chapters lay the foundation for questioning traditional dynamics of authority, propriety, and emotional restraint. The book s opening establishes the rhythm of a world thrown slightly off balance by an outsider who challenges the status quo through charm, strength, and an intuitive grasp of human nature.

Autor

Lizzie Allen Harker was born in 1863 in Gloucester, United Kingdom, to parents James Allen and Elizabeth Allen. She became known as an English novelist and playwright, recognized for her thoughtful portrayals of domestic life and the emotional intricacies of women s experiences. Harker s works often focused on themes of duty, resilience, and the quiet strength found in everyday situations, making her stories resonate with readers in the early 20th century. One of her most notable accomplishments was co-authoring the play Marigold, which gained significant popularity and was later adapted into a film in 1938. The story s enduring appeal led to its inclusion in the BBC Radio s Saturday Night Theatre in 1943, making it part of a pioneering moment in broadcast drama. Harker's writing style reflected the period s social expectations while offering a subtle critique through strong, perceptive female characters. She had a keen understanding of family dynamics and emotional nuance, which she brought to her fiction with clarity and empathy. Lizzie Allen Harker died in 1933 in Cirencester at the age of 70, leaving behind a body of work that continues to be appreciated for its insight into the complexities of women s inner lives.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 154
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 203g
• ISBN-13: 9789371465854
• ISBN-10: 9371465859
• Artikelnr.: 75381317