Beatrice Harraden

Ships That Pass in the Night

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 138
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 204g
• ISBN-13: 9781015905337
• ISBN-10: 1015905331
• Artikelnr.: 67208070

Autorenporträt

Beatrice Harraden (1864-1936) was a British writer and suffragette, known for weaving complex characters and social commentary into her narratives. Harraden's most renowned work, 'Ships That Pass in the Night', was published in 1893 and became a bestseller. The story, set in a tuberculosis sanitarium, explores themes of love, loss, and the transient nature of human relationships, resonating with Victorian audiences and offering insights into the social fabric of the time. What set Harraden apart was her literary style, which combined realism with a progressive stance on women's rights and social reform, reflecting broader movements within late 19th and early 20th-century literature. She was affiliated with the women's suffrage movement, an influence that permeates her writing. 'Ships That Pass in the Night' remains a testament to her narrative prowess and her ability to engage with the complex intersection of personal and societal issues. Harraden's contributions extend beyond her novels, as she was active in literary circles and organizations, advocating for both literary and social advancement.