Baillie Reynolds

eBook, ePUB

The Daughter Pays (eBook, ePUB)

Enriched edition. An Intimate Portrait of Sacrifice and Society in a Changing Era

Kommentar: Burns, Adrian / Redaktion: Good Press

Beschreibung

In 'The Daughter Pays,' Mrs. Baillie Reynolds crafts a poignant narrative that navigates the complex interplay of familial duty and individual desire. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, the novel employs a richly descriptive and emotive literary style that draws readers into the lives of its compelling characters. The themes of sacrifice, love, and societal expectation resonate throughout the text, reflecting Reynolds' acute observations on the roles women play in both domestic and public spheres during the early 20th century. Through her nuanced dialogues and vivid imagery, she captures the intricacies of relationships while challenging the conventions of her time. Mrs. Baillie Reynolds, a prominent voice of her era, was deeply influenced by her own experiences as a mother and a social advocate for women's rights. Her keen awareness of women's struggles within the patriarchal structures of society is evident in her portrayal of her characters' inner conflicts and aspirations. This personal connection to the themes in 'The Daughter Pays' showcases Reynolds' commitment to elevating women's narratives, making her work both personal and politically charged. Readers seeking a powerful exploration of women's agency in a restrictive society will find 'The Daughter Pays' to be a captivating and thought-provoking read. With its striking prose and timeless themes, Reynolds' novel invites reflection on the often unarticulated sacrifices women make, making it a crucial addition to anyone's literary collection. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - Hand-picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

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Autor

Baillie Mrs. Reynolds remains an enigmatic figure in the literary world, with limited biographical information available to sketch a comprehensive portrait. Despite the scarcity of data, her contribution to literature is encapsulated in her work, 'The Daughter Pays,' a novel that weaves a tale reflective of its era's social mores and challenges. Although the year of publication and the socio-historical context of the novel are not specified, it can be inferred that Mrs. Reynolds's writing belongs to a tradition of 19th-century literature, where narratives often centered on domestic life and the complexities of familial obligations, with a particular focus on the role and agency of women within these constraints. Unfortunately, without further information on her other works or her impact on her contemporaries, it is challenging to fully comment on her literary style and merit. Her identity is distilled into the single work she has left behind, leaving readers and critics to ponder the author's worldview and thematic preoccupations as they are presented in 'The Daughter Pays.' As is the fate of many female authors of the past, Mrs. Reynolds's lack of a robust literary footprint undermines a just appreciation of her creative output and its potential contribution to the canon of her time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 318
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664563774
• Artikelnr.: 58499918