Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

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The Poor Clare (eBook, ePUB)

Secrets, Love, and Society in 17th Century England: A Tale of Choices and Identity in 'The Poor Clare'

Beschreibung

In "The Poor Clare," Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell explores the life of a young woman whose relationship with her family and society is fraught with challenges. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, Gaskell's narrative interweaves themes of class disparity, redemption, and the struggle for personal identity. Her rich, character-driven literary style encapsulates the emotional turmoil and societal expectations faced by women, while also shedding light on the class struggles of the time. Gaskell'Äôs deft use of symbolism, particularly through the titular character'Äôs connection to the spiritual and the material world, underscores the complexities of human existence and the quest for belonging. Gaskell, a prominent Victorian novelist and social reformer, was deeply influenced by her experiences in a rapidly industrializing society. Her background as the daughter of a Unitarian minister and her interactions with diverse social classes informed her empathy towards the underprivileged. "The Poor Clare" reflects her commitment to social commentary, showcasing her ability to blend social critique with profound storytelling. Readers seeking a compelling exploration of societal obligations and personal freedom will find "The Poor Clare" an engrossing and insightful work. Gaskell's nuanced characters and evocative prose invite reflection on themes still relevant today, making this novella a significant contribution to the literary canon.

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Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, also known as Mrs Gaskell, was an English author, biographer, and short story writer. Her stories provide a vivid image of many levels of Victorian society, including the very impoverished. Her debut work, Mary Barton, was published in 1848. The first biography of Charlotte Bronte was The Life of Charlotte Bronte by Elizabeth Gaskell, published in 1857. In her biography, she wrote solely about the moral and sophisticated portions of Bronte's life; the rest she left out, concluding that some, more lurid aspects were better kept buried. Gaskell's best-known novels include Cranford (1851-1853), North and South (1854-1855), and Wives and Daughters (1864-1866), all of which were adapted for television by the BBC. Gaskell was born Elizabeth Cleghorn Stevenson on September 29, 1810, in Lindsey Row, Chelsea, London (now 93 Cheyne Walk). Anthony Todd Thomson delivered her, and his sister Catherine eventually became Gaskell's stepmother. She was the youngest of eight children, and only she and her brother John survived infancy. Her father, William Stevenson, a Unitarian from Berwick-upon-Tweed, was preacher at Failsworth, Lancashire, but resigned on ethical reasons. He traveled to London in 1806 with the aim of heading to India after being appointed private secretary to the Earl of Lauderdale, who would later become Governor General of India.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 142
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664640147
• Artikelnr.: 58448013