Netta Syrett

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The Day's Journey (1906)

Beschreibung

The Day's Journey is a novel written by Netta Syrett and first published in 1906. The story follows the life of a young woman named Hilda Marsh, who is forced to leave her comfortable life in the countryside to work as a governess in London. Despite her initial reluctance, Hilda quickly adapts to her new life and finds herself drawn to the city's bustling energy and diverse culture.As Hilda navigates the challenges of her new job and the social expectations placed upon her as a woman, she also grapples with her own personal desires and aspirations. She meets a young man named John, who is also struggling to find his place in the world, and the two form a deep connection that challenges their preconceived notions of love and marriage.Throughout the novel, Syrett explores themes of class, gender, and identity, highlighting the ways in which societal expectations can limit individual freedom and happiness. The Day's Journey is a poignant and thought-provoking work that offers a glimpse into the lives of women in early 20th-century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Netta Syrett was an English writer of the late Victorian and early 20th-century period, known for her exploration of women's roles and societal expectations in her fiction. Born on March 17, 1865, in Ramsgate, she was the daughter of William Syrett and Louisa Syrett. She was educated at the North London Collegiate School before attending Hughes Hall, Cambridge, where she trained as a teacher. Syrett initially worked as a schoolteacher while beginning her literary career, contributing to periodicals and writing novels that often centered on independent-minded women challenging traditional constraints. Her works frequently aligned with the ideals of the New Woman movement, addressing themes of female autonomy, ambition, and personal fulfillment. One of her most notable novels, Portrait of a Rebel, was later adapted into the 1936 film A Woman Rebels. In addition to novels, she wrote short stories and children's literature, displaying a versatile literary style. Throughout her career, she maintained an interest in education and social reform, using her writing to critique the limitations placed on women. She continued writing well into the 20th century before passing away in London on December 15, 1943, at the age of 78.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 320
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 466g
• ISBN-13: 9781437312041
• ISBN-10: 1437312047
• Artikelnr.: 25873704