Eliza Haywood

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The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless (eBook, ePUB)

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In "The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless," Eliza Haywood delivers a compelling narrative that intricately weaves the tumultuous emotional landscape and societal expectations of 18th-century English women. Through the bildungsroman of the spirited Betsy, Haywood employs an engaging epistolary style, revealing the protagonist's navigations within the confines of love, morality, and personal agency. The novel stands as a critical reflection on the follies of youth and the consequences of impulsive decisions, embodying the moral didacticism characteristic of the period while simultaneously exploring the complexities of female identity. Eliza Haywood, a pioneering figure in the development of the English novel, was influenced by her own experiences as a female writer in a predominantly male literary landscape. Active during the transitional period between Restoration literature and the rise of the novel, Haywood's works often foreground women's perspectives and advocate for agency amidst the constraints of societal norms. Her abundant output, including numerous novels, plays, and essays, reveals her commitment to capturing the multifaceted nature of human experience, particularly as it relates to women's lives. For readers intrigued by the intersection of social commentary and personal development, "The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless" offers a rich exploration of the dilemmas faced by young women of the era. Haywood's deft characterizations and vivid prose encourage modern audiences to reflect on the enduring themes of self-discovery and social obligation. This novel is not merely a product of its time but a timeless commentary that resonates with contemporary discussions on identity and autonomy.

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Eliza Haywood (1693-1756) was an English novelist, poet, playwright, actress, and publisher. Notoriously private, Haywood is a major figure in English literature about whom little is known for certain. Scholars believe she was born Eliza Fowler in Shropshire or London, but are unclear on the socioeconomic status of her family. She first appears in the public record in 1715, when she performed in an adaptation of Shakespeare's Timon of Athens in Dublin. Famously portrayed as a woman of ill-repute in Alexander Pope's Dunciad (1743), it is believed that Haywood had been deserted by her husband to raise their children alone. Pope's account is likely to have come from poet Richard Savage, with whom Haywood was friends for several years beginning in 1719 before their falling out. This period coincided with the publication of Love in Excess (1719-1720), Haywood's first and best-known novel. Alongside Delarivier Manley and Aphra Behn, Haywood was considered one of the leading romance writers of her time. Haywood's novels, such as Idalia; or The Unfortunate Mistress (1723) and The Distress'd Orphan; or Love in a Madhouse (1726), often explore the domination and oppression of women by men. The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless (1751), one of Haywood's final novels, is a powerful story of a woman who leaves her abusive husband, experiences independence, and is pressured to marry once more. Highly regarded by feminist scholars today, Haywood was a prolific writer who revolutionized the English novel while raising a family, running a pamphlet shop in Covent Gardens, and pursuing a career as an actress and writer for some of London's most prominent theaters.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. Februar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028286743
• Artikelnr.: 67506618