Laurence Housman

The Field Of Clover (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"The Field of Clover" is a book written by English playwright, artist, and novelist Laurence Housman. The 1898 publication delves into topics such as romantic relationships, societal equity, and the position of women in late 19th-century society. Veronica Leslie, the protagonist of the story, is a woman who, when her father passes away, inherits Clover Field, a sizable estate. Veronica, who goes by Vire, is portrayed as a strong, self-reliant woman who challenges social norms. She turns Clover Field into a utopian society where justice and equality are valued highly. The story explores a number of societal themes, such as gender roles, class differences, and the restrictions placed on women in Victorian society, as Vire tries to establish a harmonious community. The plot develops with a mix of pastoral fiction elements, romance, and societal satire. "The Field of Clover" is a reflection of Laurence Housman's dedication to social improvement and support of progressive ideas. The work is renowned for its examination of utopian ideas within the framework of late 19th-century society and for its feminist undertones.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungstermin: 12. Januar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789361155567
• Artikelnr.: 73553453

Autorenporträt

Laurence Housman (1865-1959) was an English writer and illustrator. His siblings were the poet A. E. Housman and the artist, writer, and suffragette Clemence Housman. Influenced by the Art Nouveau style, he illustrated his sister's novella as well as Christina Rossetti's 1893 poem 'Goblin Market'. He also wrote and collated successful collections of fairy tales.