May Sinclair

Superseded (eBook, ePUB)

A Modernist Exploration of Gender, Class, and Selfhood in Early 20th Century England

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

May Sinclair's 'Superseded' is a groundbreaking literary work that explores the complexities of gender, class, and individuality in early 20th century English society. Written in a stream-of-consciousness style, the novel delves into the inner thoughts and desires of its characters, shedding light on the constraints imposed by societal expectations. Sinclair's use of vivid imagery and introspective narrative adds depth to the story, making it a compelling read for those interested in modernist literature. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world, 'Superseded' challenges traditional notions of identity and selfhood, offering a nuanced portrayal of human experience. May Sinclair, a pioneering feminist and influential writer of the early 20th century, used her own experiences and observations to inform her writing. As a prominent member of the New Woman movement, Sinclair was deeply engaged in issues of gender equality and social reform, shaping her literary works with a feminist perspective. Her bold and innovative approach to storytelling set her apart as a key figure in the modernist literary movement. I highly recommend May Sinclair's 'Superseded' to readers interested in feminist literature, modernist fiction, and the exploration of societal norms and individual autonomy. This thought-provoking novel offers a unique perspective on the challenges faced by women in a rapidly changing world, making it a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of gender dynamics and social change.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 157
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066196196
• Artikelnr.: 58929762

Autorenporträt

May Sinclair was the pseudonym of Mary Amelia St. Clair (1863 - 1946), a popular British writer who wrote about two dozen novels, short stories and poetry. She was an active suffragist and member of the Woman Writers' Suffrage League. May Sinclair was also a significant critic in the area of modernist poetry and prose and she is attributed with first using the term stream of consciousness in a literary context, when reviewing the first volumes of Dorothy Richardson's novel sequence Pilgrimage (1915-67), in The Egoist, April 1918. From 1896 Sinclair wrote professionally to support herself and her mother, who died in 1901. An active feminist, Sinclair treated a number of themes relating to the position of women and marriage. Her works sold well in the United States. Around 1913, at the Medico-Psychological Clinic in London, she became interested in psychoanalytic thought and introduced matter related to Sigmund Freud's teaching in her novels. In 1914, she volunteered to join the Munro Ambulance Corps, a charitable organization (which included Lady Dorothie Feilding, Elsie Knocker and Mairi Chisholm) that aided wounded Belgian soldiers on the Western Front in Flanders. She was sent home after only a few weeks at the front. Her 1913 novel The Combined Maze, the story of a London clerk and the two women he loves, was highly praised by critics, including George Orwell, while Agatha Christie considered it one of the greatest English novels of its time.