Radclyffe Hall

The Unlit Lamp (eBook, ePUB)

Love, Desire, and Societal Expectations in Early 20th Century England

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Radclyffe Hall's 'The Unlit Lamp' is a poignant novel that delves into the complexities of love, desire, and societal expectations in early 20th century England. The story follows the protagonist, Joan Ogden, as she navigates the challenges of conforming to her family's expectations while struggling to follow her own path. Hall's writing style is reflective of the time period, with rich descriptions and intricate character development that captures the nuances of the era's social norms and values. The novel explores themes of forbidden love, identity, and the struggle for personal autonomy in a society bound by tradition. Through Joan's journey, Hall sheds light on the limitations imposed on individuals by societal expectations, making 'The Unlit Lamp' a compelling and thought-provoking read. Radclyffe Hall, a prominent figure in the early 20th century LGBTQ+ literary scene, drew from her own experiences as a queer woman to write this novel. Her exploration of gender and sexuality challenges societal norms and paves the way for future generations of LGBTQ+ authors. 'The Unlit Lamp' is a must-read for readers interested in historical LGBTQ+ literature and the complexities of identity and desire.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 277
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338085474
• Artikelnr.: 64078113

Autorenporträt

Radclyffe Hall (1880-1943) was an English poet and novelist. Born to a wealthy English father and an American mother in Bournemouth, Hampshire, Hall was left a sizeable fortune following her parents' separation in 1882. Raised in a troubled environment, Hall struggled to gain financial independence from her mother and stepfather. As she took control of her inheritance, Hall began dressing in men's clothing and identifying herself as a "congenital invert." In 1907, she began a relationship with amateur singer Mabel Batten, who encouraged Hall to pursue a career in literature. By 1917, she had fallen in love with sculptor Una Troubridge, a cousin of Batten's. After several poetry collections, Hall's second novel The Unlit Lamp (1924) was published, becoming a bestseller shortly thereafter. Adam's Breed (1926), a novel about an Italian waiter who abandons modern life, earned Hall the Prix Femina and the James Tait Black Prize, two of the most prestigious awards in world literature. In 1928, Hall's sixth novel, The Well of Loneliness, was published to widespread controversy for its depiction of lesbian romance. While an obscenity trial in the United Kingdom led to an order that all copies of the novel be destroyed, a lengthy trial in the United States eventually allowed the book's publication. Recognized as a pioneering figure in lesbian literature, Hall lived in London with Una Troubridge until her death at the age of 63.