Ada Cambridge

Broschiertes Buch

The Three Miss Kings

Beschreibung

"The Three Miss Kings: An Australian Story" by Ada Cambridge offers a compelling glimpse into Australian historical fiction. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Australia (1788-1900), this story explores the lives of three sisters navigating the social issues and challenges of their time. Cambridge weaves a narrative rich in historical detail, examining the experiences of women in a rapidly evolving society. A classic example of Australian fiction, "The Three Miss Kings" is a meticulously prepared print republication of a historical text, offering readers a chance to immerse themselves in a timeless tale of sisterhood and resilience. Explore the enduring themes and literary richness of this celebrated work. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Ada Cambridge (1844-1926), an English-born Australian writer, remains a notable figure in the landscape of colonial Australian literature. Her literary journey began when she moved to Australia after her marriage to a Church of England clergyman, George Frederick Cross in 1870. Cambridge's writing, mainly novels and poetry, often delved into themes of love, marriage, and the position of women in society, reflecting her own life experiences and the larger dynamics of the English-speaking world in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Notable among her work is 'The Three Miss Kings' (1891), a novel characterized by its exploration of the roles and aspirations of women within the framework of an Australian setting. This book, like many of her novels, exhibits Cambridge's insightful narrative style and her skillful portrayal of character development, with a sharp critique of social norms and the constraints imposed on women. Her writing style combined romanticism with realism, making her works enduringly appealing. As an author, Cambridge was prolific and achieved significant renown in her time; her work contributed to the canvas of female-centered narratives, illuminating the Australian colonial experience from a woman's perspective. The literary significance of Ada Cambridge has been recognized with the annual Ada Cambridge writing prizes, which honor her legacy and contributions to Australian literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 320
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 449g
• ISBN-13: 9781023205207
• ISBN-10: 1023205203
• Artikelnr.: 74128498