Lucas Malet

Deadham Hard (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Love, Betrayal, and Society in Victorian England

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Lucas Malet's novel 'Deadham Hard' is a remarkable exploration of social class and morality in late 19th-century England. The book follows the protagonist, Amy Reardon, as she navigates the complexities of love, betrayal, and society's expectations. Malet's writing style is marked by its keen observations of human behavior and its introspective tone, making 'Deadham Hard' a compelling read for those interested in character-driven narratives. Set against the backdrop of a changing society, the novel delves into the tensions between tradition and progress, shedding light on the struggles of individuals caught in the midst of societal shifts. Lucas Malet, the pseudonym for Mary St. Leger Kingsley, was known for her feminist views and critique of Victorian social norms. Her own experiences as a woman in a male-dominated society likely informed the themes of 'Deadham Hard', giving the novel an added layer of depth and authenticity. Malet's bold and unflinching portrayal of women's roles in society sets her apart as a progressive voice in English literature. I highly recommend 'Deadham Hard' to readers interested in thought-provoking literary works that challenge traditional conventions. Malet's insightful narrative offers a poignant reflection on the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations, making it a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the period.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 473
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066164669
• Artikelnr.: 58756898

Autorenporträt

Lucas Malet, a Victorian novelist, and other name know as Mary St Leger Kingsley. Her works, The Wages of Sin (1891) and The History of Sir Richard Calmady (1901), were particularly popular. Malet historian Talia Schaffer says that she was "widely regarded as one of the premier writers of fiction in the English-speaking world" at the zenith of her career, but her reputation dwindled by the end of her life, and she is now rarely read or studied. She was born in the rectory in Eversley, Hampshire, as the younger daughter of Reverend Charles Kingsley (author of The Water Babies) and his wife Frances Eliza Grenfell, the couple's third child. In 1876, Mary married the Rev. William Harrison, her father's colleague, Minor Canon of Westminster, and Queen's Priest-in-Ordinary. Malet abandoned his artistic ambitions following the marriage. The marriage was childless and miserable, and the couple separated soon after. Following her divorce, Malet pursued an independent writing career, adopting her pen name by combining two obscure family surnames. Her debut novel, Mrs. Lorimer, a Sketch in Black and White, was released in 1882. Malet's second novel, Colonel Enderby's Wife, published in 1885, drew critical notice and admiration for its fictionalization of her brief failed marriage. Five years after her husband died, Kingsley converted to Catholicism.