Will N. Harben

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The Desired Woman (eBook, ePUB)

A Southern Love Story in the 19th Century - Capturing Ambition, Independence, and Desire

Beschreibung

In "The Desired Woman," Will N. Harben intricately explores themes of desire, societal expectations, and gender dynamics through the lens of early 20th-century Southern culture. The novel employs a rich, descriptive narrative style that immerses readers in the complexities of its characters' emotions and moral dilemmas. Set against the backdrop of a changing society, Harben deftly intertwines plot developments with introspective reflections that challenge traditional norms, making it a significant contribution to American romantic literature of its time. Will N. Harben was a notable figure in Southern literature, whose experiences growing up in rural Georgia profoundly influenced his writing. His keen observations of Southern life, combined with a deep understanding of human psychology, informed his portrayal of the characters in "The Desired Woman." This novel reflects the author's commitment to addressing the struggles of women and the often-repressive societal structures that shaped their lives, offering a poignant commentary on the intersections of love, agency, and cultural expectation. I recommend "The Desired Woman" to readers interested in rich, character-driven narratives that challenge societal norms. Harben'Äôs skillful storytelling and profound insights into the human condition make this work a timeless exploration of desire and identity, appealing to anyone interested in the evolution of Southern literature and its reflections on social issues.

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William Nathaniel Harben was an American writer who lived in the early twentieth century. He specialized in stories about the people who lived in the mountains of Northern Georgia. He was sometimes attributed as Will N. Harben or just Will Harben. Harben was born in 1858 in Dalton, Georgia, to a wealthy family. He grew up to become a trader in the same town. At the age of 30, Harben began composing stories. His father, Nathaniel Parks Harben, was a notable southern abolitionist who worked as a spy for the Union and then a scout for General Sherman. When William was a tiny child, his family was forced to flee to the north, but they finally returned to Dalton during restoration. Harben's first book, White Marie, a narrative about a white girl raised in slavery in the American South, was written in 1889. After the work was published, he relocated his family to New York City. Harben's subsequent novel, Almost Persuaded (1890), was a religious novel. The novel attracted enough notice that Queen Victoria requested a copy. Harben later wrote Mute Confessor (1892), a romantic romance, and Land of the Changing Sun (1894), a science fiction novel. Throughout the decade, he also wrote three detective novels. Harben's greatest literary triumph was Northern Georgia Sketches (1900), a collection of short stories about Georgia "hillbillies". He became a protégé and friend of William Dean Howells.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 309
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066214371
• Artikelnr.: 58754019