How Like A Woman (1892)
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How Like A Woman is a novel written by Florence Marryat and published in 1892. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Elma Clifford, who is described as being ""how like a woman"" in her actions and emotions. Elma is a headstrong and independent woman, who defies the traditional roles assigned to women in Victorian society. She is a talented artist, but her passion for art is constantly suppressed by her family, who believe that she should focus on finding a suitable husband instead.The novel explores the themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the struggle for in...
How Like A Woman is a novel written by Florence Marryat and published in 1892. The story revolves around the life of a young woman named Elma Clifford, who is described as being ""how like a woman"" in her actions and emotions. Elma is a headstrong and independent woman, who defies the traditional roles assigned to women in Victorian society. She is a talented artist, but her passion for art is constantly suppressed by her family, who believe that she should focus on finding a suitable husband instead.The novel explores the themes of gender roles, societal expectations, and the struggle for independence and self-expression. Elma's journey towards self-discovery and empowerment is hindered by the men in her life, who try to control and manipulate her. She is torn between her desire for love and companionship, and her need for freedom and autonomy.Throughout the novel, Marryat challenges the patriarchal norms of Victorian society and advocates for women's rights and equality. She portrays Elma as a strong and resilient character, who refuses to conform to the expectations placed upon her by society. The novel also features a diverse cast of characters, including a suffragette, a feminist writer, and a group of unconventional artists.Overall, How Like A Woman is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that explores the complexities of gender and society in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in feminist literature and the history of women's rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
