May Sinclair

The Belfry (eBook, ePUB)

A Poignant Exploration of Post-War Trauma and Psychological Depth

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

May Sinclair's novel, 'The Belfry,' is a poignant exploration of post World War I trauma through the eyes of protagonist Antonia. The narrative beautifully intertwines themes of memory, identity, and the struggle to reconcile the past with the present. Sinclair's poetic prose and psychological depth elevate this work beyond a typical war novel, positioning it as a significant contribution to early 20th century literature. The subtle yet powerful imagery and symbolism used throughout the book enhance its literary richness, making it a compelling read for those interested in modernist fiction. May Sinclair's distinctive writing style and innovative narrative structure make 'The Belfry' a standout piece in the literary landscape of its time. As a prominent member of the modernist movement, Sinclair's personal experiences during the war likely influenced her profound exploration of the psychological aftermath of conflict. Readers seeking a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant novel that delves into the complexities of human experience will find 'The Belfry' to be a rewarding and enlightening read.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 293
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066180195
• Artikelnr.: 58928499

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.