Charlotte Perkins Gilman

What Diantha Did (eBook, ePUB)

Challenging Societal Norms: A Feminist Exploration of Women's Agency and Empowerment in 19th Century America

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "What Diantha Did," Charlotte Perkins Gilman offers a compelling narrative that explores the intricacies of women's autonomy and societal expectations in the early 20th century. Employing a blend of realism and social critique, Gilman presents her titular character, Diantha, as an emblem of progressive thought. The novel is set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing America, grappling with industrialization and evolving gender roles. With sharp prose and vivid characterizations, Gilman crafts a world where traditional domesticity is both questioned and reimagined, inviting readers into a dialogue about women's rights and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Charlotte Perkins Gilman, an influential feminist thinker and social activist, wrote this novel against a backdrop of her own struggles with mental health and societal pressures. Her own experiences, including the oppressive treatment she faced during her postpartum depression, profoundly shaped her views on women'Äôs empowerment. Gilman'Äôs commitment to advocating for women's independence, as seen in her renowned work "The Yellow Wallpaper," further informs the themes and character development within "What Diantha Did." This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by feminist literature or the historical evolution of women's roles in society. Gilman's insightful observations and spirited storytelling not only entertain but also provoke thoughtful reflection on the ongoing challenges women face, making it a timeless piece that resonates with contemporary issues.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 220
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664610935
• Artikelnr.: 58500921

Autorenporträt

Charlotte Perkins Gilman

Inhaltsangabe

Acknowledgments vii
Introduction / Charlotte J. Rich 1
Dedication to the Housewife 25
I. Handicapped 27
II. An Unnatural Daughter 37
III. Breakers 52
IV. A Crying Need 63
V. A Friend in Need 72
VI. The Cynosure 84
VII. Heresy and Schism 93
VIII. “Locked Inside” 104
IX. “Sleeping In 114
X. Union House 127
XI. The Power of the Screw 136
XII. Like a Banyan Tree 155
XIII. All This 169
XIV. And Heaven Beside 180