May Sinclair

Mr. Waddington of Wyck (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

May Sinclair's 'Mr. Waddington of Wyck' is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations. Set in the early 20th century, the book explores themes of class, marriage, and the constraints placed on individuals by their social status. Sinclair's narrative style is characterized by its psychological depth and keen observations of human behavior, making the reader reflect on the characters' motivations and decisions. The novel is considered a significant work in the literary context of the time, known for its nuanced portrayal of social issues and its exploration of moral dilemmas. Through the story of Mr. Waddington and his interactions with the people of Wyck, Sinclair offers a compelling commentary on the nature of power and reputation. May Sinclair, a pioneering feminist writer and literary critic, drew from her own experiences and observations to create a richly textured narrative that continues to resonate with readers today. 'Mr. Waddington of Wyck' is a must-read for those interested in early 20th-century literature, social commentary, and psychological fiction. With its well-developed characters and thought-provoking themes, this novel is sure to captivate and challenge readers in equal measure.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 229
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066229412
• Artikelnr.: 58755804

Autorenporträt

May Sinclair was the pseudonym of Mary Amelia St. Clair (1863 - 1946), a popular British writer who wrote about two dozen novels, short stories and poetry. She was an active suffragist and member of the Woman Writers' Suffrage League. May Sinclair was also a significant critic in the area of modernist poetry and prose and she is attributed with first using the term stream of consciousness in a literary context, when reviewing the first volumes of Dorothy Richardson's novel sequence Pilgrimage (1915-67), in The Egoist, April 1918. From 1896 Sinclair wrote professionally to support herself and her mother, who died in 1901. An active feminist, Sinclair treated a number of themes relating to the position of women and marriage. Her works sold well in the United States. Around 1913, at the Medico-Psychological Clinic in London, she became interested in psychoanalytic thought and introduced matter related to Sigmund Freud's teaching in her novels. In 1914, she volunteered to join the Munro Ambulance Corps, a charitable organization (which included Lady Dorothie Feilding, Elsie Knocker and Mairi Chisholm) that aided wounded Belgian soldiers on the Western Front in Flanders. She was sent home after only a few weeks at the front. Her 1913 novel The Combined Maze, the story of a London clerk and the two women he loves, was highly praised by critics, including George Orwell, while Agatha Christie considered it one of the greatest English novels of its time.