Elizabeth Dejeans

Broschiertes Buch

Nobody's Child

Beschreibung

Nobody's child explores a deep sense of displacement through the life of a young woman struggling with the legacy of family conflict and unacknowledged origins. The setting emphasizes contrasts between harsh rural life and the opulence of a neighboring family, sharpening questions about belonging and identity. The natural landscape becomes a silent witness to the girl s introspection, especially in moments when seasons shift and internal longings surface. As she becomes more entangled with members of a nearby influential family, the emotional terrain grows more complicated. Her feelings of alienation are juxtaposed with moments of brief connection, reinforcing a gap between desire and reality. The narrative delicately traces how class boundaries and inherited tensions shape personal choices. Through subtle cues, it interrogates the expectations imposed on individuals by family loyalty and societal norms. The unfolding connections highlight her quiet search for affirmation in a world where she feels invisible. The story remains grounded in psychological nuance, revealing how emotional absence can be more impactful than open conflict. Ultimately, the novel reflects the desire to be seen not through lineage or status, but through personal worth and unspoken understanding.

Autor

Frances Elizabeth Janes Budgett, who wrote under the pen name Elizabeth Dejeans, was born on December 27, 1868, in New Philadelphia, Ohio. She was the daughter of Leroy Lansing Janes. Her early life was shaped by a thoughtful and well-educated upbringing, which later influenced her literary interests. Dejeans became recognized for her novels that addressed complex social questions and explored the inner dimensions of human experience. Her ability to delve into emotional and psychological realities allowed her to carve a distinct place in early 20th-century American literature. Her writing often reflected the intersections between individual aspiration and societal constraint, giving voice to experiences that were frequently overlooked or marginalized in her time. Three of her novels were adapted into silent films, demonstrating the reach and popularity of her narratives during her lifetime. Although much of her work is lesser-known today, it resonated strongly with readers of her era for its candid and layered portrayals. She died on February 6, 1928, in Dover, Ohio, at the age of 59. Dejeans left behind a legacy that contributed to the literary landscape of her period through stories that sought deeper understanding of the self within broader cultural frameworks.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 204
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 295g
• ISBN-13: 9789371462686
• ISBN-10: 937146268X
• Artikelnr.: 75416536