George Corbett

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The Adventures of an Ugly Girl (eBook, ePUB)

Enriched edition. A Tale of Self-Discovery and Inner Strength

Kommentar: Hightower, Liam / Redaktion: Good Press

Beschreibung

In 'The Adventures of an Ugly Girl,' Mrs. George Corbett crafts an engaging narrative that weaves humor and poignancy into the life of its unconventional heroine. The novel captures the trials and tribulations of a young woman grappling with societal norms of beauty, revealing the superficiality inherent in those standards. Corbett's literary style is characterized by its vivid characterizations and sharp dialogue, positioning the book in the broader context of early 20th-century literature, which often scrutinized gender roles and societal expectations. Through clever anecdotes and relatable experiences, the narrative challenges readers to reconsider their perceptions of self-worth and attractiveness. Mrs. George Corbett, a formative voice in her time, draws from her own experiences and observations of women's lives in a society that frequently undermines them. Her unique perspective and personal struggles with societal beauty ideals likely inspired her to articulate this story, which resonates with themes of empowerment and identity. The novel not only reflects Corbett's literary ambitions but also the zeitgeist of an era budding with feminist thought and cultural change. Readers seeking a captivating exploration of identity and societal expectations will find 'The Adventures of an Ugly Girl' both entertaining and thought-provoking. Corbett's blend of humor, wisdom, and social insight makes this book a delightful yet essential read for anyone interested in the evolution of character-driven narratives in feminist literature. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - Hand-picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

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Autor

Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett was an English female author who lived from 1846 to 1930 and was also known as Mrs. George Corbett. Her most famous book is New Amazonia: A Foretaste of the Future (1889). He was born on August 16, 1846, in Standishgate, not far from Wigan. Mary, who was born Marsden, and Benjamin Corbett were her parents. Her dad worked at a forge, and she went to a good school. Corbett was a reporter for the Newcastle Daily Chronicle and a well-known author of books about society and adventure. A lot of her books started out as serials in magazines and were never turned into books. In June 1889, Mrs. Humphry Ward's open letter "An Appeal Against Female Suffrage" was published in The Nineteenth Century. It was signed by over one hundred other women who were against giving women the right to vote in Parliament. Corbett wrote and released New Amazonia because she was angry about this "most reprehensible act of betrayal ever committed against women by women." However, New Amazonia was not the only book by hers that talked about women's roles in society. It was the most overtly feminist.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 348
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066231217
• Artikelnr.: 58753377