Anne Douglas Sedgwick

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Tante (eBook, ePUB)

A Tale of Family Secrets and Independence in Early 20th Century Europe

Beschreibung

In her evocative novel "Tante," Anne Douglas Sedgwick explores the intricate dynamics of family, societal expectations, and personal sacrifices set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Europe. Sedgwick employs a rich, lyrical prose style that draws readers into the emotional landscapes of her characters, particularly focusing on the life of Tante, a complex matriarch navigating the shifting tides of social class and gender roles. The novel is a poignant reflection on the interplay between duty and desire, revealing the subtle tensions that pervade familial relationships during a time of profound change. Anne Douglas Sedgwick, an influential voice in early modern literature, was a keen observer of the cultural shifts of her era. She was deeply immersed in the socio-political climate of her time, often drawing upon her own experiences as a woman in a patriarchal society. Her background in literature and her relationships with notable contemporaries undoubtedly informed her nuanced portrayal of characters within "Tante," prompting her to critically examine the themes of independence and conformity. Readers seeking a profound exploration of identity and the complexities of familial bonds will find "Tante" an enriching experience. Sedgwick's ability to weave psychological depth with historical context invites reflection on our own lives, making this novel not just a story of its time, but a timeless meditation on the essence of love, loyalty, and the search for self.

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Autor

Anne Douglas Sedgwick was an American-born British novelist. She was born in Englewood, New Jersey, to George Stanley Sedgwick, a businessman, and Mary (Douglas) Sedgwick. Her family relocated to London when she was nine years old. She spent the rest of her life in England, although returning to the United States on several occasions. In 1908, she married Basil de Selincourt, a British essayist and journalist. During World War I, she and her husband worked as volunteers in French hospitals and orphanages. Her works examined the differences in values between Americans and Europeans. Her best-selling novel Tante was adapted into a 1919 film, The Impossible Woman, and The Little French Girl into a 1925 film with the same title. She was elected to the National Institute of Arts and Letters in the United States in 1931. The New York Times ranked four of her books as the best-selling novels in the United States in 1912, 1924, 1927, and 1929, respectively. Sedgwick died in Hampstead, England, in 1935. The next year, her husband released Anne Douglas Sedgwick: A Portrait in Letters.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 404
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066175320
• Artikelnr.: 58757972