Maria Thompson Daviess

Phyllis (eBook, ePUB)

A Heartwarming Tale of Love, Friendship, and Community in the American South

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Phyllis," Maria Thompson Daviess crafts a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of personal identity and societal expectations within early 20th-century America. The novel's literary style is characterized by its vivid imagery and rich character development, capturing the nuances of women'Äôs lives during a transformative era. Daviess intricately weaves themes of resilience and self-discovery as she traces the life of her titular character, Phyllis, whose journey offers insight into the struggles and triumphs of modern womanhood against the backdrop of a rapidly changing social landscape. Maria Thompson Daviess was not only a prominent novelist but also a groundbreaking figure in American literature, often embracing themes of feminism and social reform in her works. Growing up in a dynamic environment steeped in cultural shifts, she drew inspiration from her own experiences and the voices of women around her. Daviess's background as a journalist further sharpened her keen observational skills, infusing her narrative with depth and authenticity. "Phyllis" is essential reading for those interested in early feminist literature and the evolution of American identities. With Daviess's insightful portrayal of a woman's quest for autonomy and understanding, this novel invites readers to reflect on how personal and societal narratives intertwine, making it a timeless exploration of the human experience.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 284
• Altersempfehlung: ab 12 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066227876
• Artikelnr.: 58930479

Autorenporträt

Maria Thompson Daviess was an American artist and female writer who was born November 28, 1872, and died September 3, 1924. She is best known for her "Pollyanna"-style books that came out in the early 1900s. She also wrote a number of short stories, such as "Some Juniors," "Miss Selina Sue and the Soap-Box Babies," and "Sue Saunders of Saunders Ridge." Daviess was a member of the Equal Suffrage League in Kentucky. He helped to start and run the chapter in Nashville and was a coordinator for the chapter in Madison. Maria (or "Marie") Thompson Daviess was born on November 28, 1872, in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. John Burton Thompson Daviess, who was related to the writer Zoe Anderson Norris and was born in Harrodsburg, was her father, and Leonora Hamilton Daviess was her mother. When she was eight years old, her father, John B. T. Daviess, died, and the family moved to Nashville, Tennessee. Maria Thompson Daviess was the name of her paternal grandma. She wrote columns and gave talks. Daviess went to Wellesley College for one year and then went to Paris to study art. When she got back to Nashville, she kept painting and started writing. Miss Selina Lue and the Soap-Box Babies, her first book, came out in 1909. When it came out in 1912, The Melting of Molly was one of the most popular stories that year.