Kathleen Thompson Norris

Broschiertes Buch

Sisters

Beschreibung

"Sisters" by means of Kathleen Thompson Norris is a fascinating novel that intricately weaves the lives of two sisters, Helen and Margaret Hewitt. Set against the backdrop of early twentieth-century America, the story unfolds with the complexities of familial relationships, societal expectancies, and the evolving roles of ladies in that generation. Helen, the elder sister, is portrayed because the accountable and dutiful one, even as Margaret is more spirited and unconventional. As the narrative progresses, the sisters navigate love, marriage, and personal aspirations, every making choices that reflect the challenges and possibilities of their time. Norris skillfully explores the societal norms and expectations positioned on women, presenting a nuanced remark on the limitations and possibilities they confronted. The novel delves into subject matters of sisterhood, individuality, and the pursuit of happiness in a global that often dictated in any other case. "Sisters" stands as a testomony to Kathleen Thompson Norris's capability to craft emotionally resonant tales with rich character development. The novel offers readers a glimpse into the lives of those sisters, whose journeys replicate the broader shifts in society at some point of the early twentieth century.

Autor

Kathleen Thompson Norris was an American novelist and newspaper columnist. Between 1911 and 1959, she was one of the most widely read and highest-paid female writers in the United States. Norris was a prolific writer, having written 93 novels, many of which were great sellers. Her stories were published often in the popular press of the time, including The Atlantic, The American Magazine, McClure's, Everybody's, Ladies' Home Journal, and Woman's Home Companion. Norris' novels promoted family and moralistic principles such as the sanctity of marriage, the dignity of motherhood, and the significance of service to others. Kathleen Thompson Norris was born in San Francisco, California, on July 16, 1880. Her parents were Josephine (née Moroney) and James Alden Thompson. When she was 19, both of her parents died. As the oldest sibling, she was essentially the head of a huge family and had to work. She first worked in a retail store, then in an accounting office, and last at the Mechanic's Institute Library. In 1905, she enrolled in the University of California, Berkeley's creative writing program and started creating short stories. In September 1906, the San Francisco Call, which had previously published several of her stories, engaged her to write a society column.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 234
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 13mm
• Gewicht: 300g
• ISBN-13: 9789361158537
• ISBN-10: 9361158538
• Artikelnr.: 70091390