Charlotte's Inheritance - Softcover

Braddon, M. E.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9369421793 ISBN 13: 9789369421794

Verlag: Double 9 Books, 2025

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Charlotte's Inheritance explores the conflict between societal expectations and personal desires, focusing on the struggle between family obligation and individual happiness. The story delves into how the pressures of social status and family ambition shape the lives of the characters. The protagonist, torn between a predetermined path of marriage to elevate his family's standing and his own growing emotional attachments, faces the tension between duty and love. The narrative highlights the complexities of relationships and the emotional turmoil that arises when personal desires conflict with external expectations. As the protagonist navigates the landscape of duty, ambition, and love, the novel examines the influence of societal conventions on personal choices. Themes of sacrifice, societal pressures, and the pursuit of happiness are explored, revealing the emotional battles individuals face when caught between love and responsibility. The characters' emotional development and internal conflicts form the backbone of the story, which promises an exploration of how individuals reconcile their personal aspirations with the demands placed upon them by family and society.

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Mary Elizabeth Braddon (1835 1915) was an English novelist, best known for her sensationalist novels during the Victorian era. Her 1862 novel Lady Audley's Secret is particularly famous, earning her widespread recognition and cementing her place in literary history. Braddon s works often dealt with themes of hidden secrets, psychological tension, and societal norms, becoming widely popular with Victorian readers. She was born in London and had a varied career, initially acting before turning to writing. Her work often blended romance, mystery, and drama, and she became a key figure in the genre of sensation novels. Braddon s personal life was also colorful; she had a long relationship with her publisher, John Maxwell, whom she married in 1874. She had two children, both of whom also pursued literary careers. Braddon s influence on Victorian fiction was significant, and her works were admired for their compelling plots and ability to explore darker aspects of human nature, often challenging the moral and social codes of her time. She passed away at the age of 79 in Richmond, leaving behind a legacy that continues to be appreciated in both literary and popular contexts.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9369421793
• ISBN 13: 9789369421794
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 378
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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