Mary Cholmondeley

The Lowest Rung (eBook, ePUB)

Together with The Hand on the Latch, St. Luke's Summer and The Understudy

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In Mary Cholmondeley's novel, 'The Lowest Rung,' readers are immersed in a vivid portrayal of social class and gender dynamics in late 19th century England. Through intricate character development and rich dialogue, Cholmondeley explores the challenges faced by individuals striving to climb the social ladder amidst societal restrictions. The book's narrative style, marked by nuanced descriptions and insightful commentary, reflects the author's keen observation of human behavior and societal norms of the time. Cholmondeley's exploration of themes such as ambition, betrayal, and redemption adds depth to this compelling novel, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in Victorian literature. Mary Cholmondeley, a British novelist known for her keen social commentary, drew inspiration from her own experiences and observations of the class divisions prevalent in Victorian England. Her background in social work and advocacy for women's rights infuses 'The Lowest Rung' with a sense of authenticity and urgency, as she sheds light on the struggles faced by marginalized individuals in a rigidly stratified society. Cholmondeley's ability to blend realism with moral introspection sets her apart as a formidable voice in Victorian literature. I highly recommend 'The Lowest Rung' to readers interested in exploring the complexities of social hierarchy and gender roles in Victorian England. Cholmondeley's insightful narrative and nuanced characterizations offer a captivating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of individuals navigating a society bound by rigid conventions.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 252
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066224714
• Artikelnr.: 58929105

Autorenporträt

Mary Cholmondeley (1859 - 1925) was an English novelist. She began writing with serious intent in her teens. She wrote in her journal in 1877, "What a pleasure and interest it would be to me in life to write books. I must strike out a line of some kind, and if I do not marry (for at best that is hardly likely, as I possess neither beauty nor charms) I should want some definite occupation, besides the home duties." She succeeded in publishing some stories in The Graphic and elsewhere. Her first novel was The Danvers Jewels (1887), a detective story that won her a small following. It appeared in the Temple Bar magazine published by Richard Bentley, after fellow novelist Rhoda Broughton had introduced her to George Bentley. It was followed by Sir Charles Danvers (1889), Diana Tempest (1893) and A Devotee (1897). The satirical Red Pottage (1899) was a best-seller on both sides of the Atlantic and is reprinted occasionally. It satirizes religious hypocrisy and the narrowness of country life and was denounced from a London pulpit as immoral. It was equally sensational because it "explored the issues of female sexuality and vocation, recurring topics in late-Victorian debates about the New Women." Despite the book's great success, however, the author received little money for it because she had sold the copyright.