From a Girl's Point of View (Edition2023) - Softcover

Bell, Lilian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9362206749 ISBN 13: 9789362206749

Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

Synopsis

"From a Girl's Point of View" by Lilian Bell offers a captivating exploration of American literature through a female protagonist's lens during the Victorian era. Bell's fiction skillfully portrays the intricacies of coming-of-age experiences, intertwining social commentary and psychological depth.Set against the backdrop of Victorian society, the novel delves into gender roles and family dynamics, shedding light on the challenges and expectations faced by women. Through the protagonist's narrative, Bell navigates romantic relationships with insight, while also addressing themes of gender equality and feminism. With a keen eye for detail and rich character development, Bell presents a compelling women's perspective, inviting readers to empathize with the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and empowerment. The novel's exploration of societal norms and expectations adds layers of depth to its portrayal of the female experience, making it a significant contribution to literature. "From a Girl's Point of View" stands as a testament to Bell's storytelling prowess, offering readers a nuanced portrayal of femininity and resilience in a time of societal change. This work is an essential read for those interested in American literature and feminist narratives.

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About the Author

Mrs. Arthur Hoyt Bogue (Lilian Lida Bell; 1867-1929) was an American author and travel writer. At Home with Jardines, Hope Loring, abroad with the Jimmies, The Interference of Patricia, A Book of Girls, and The Lilian Bell Birthday Book were among her works. Bell was a travel writer in addition to her novels. Lilian Lida Bell was born in 1867 in Chicago, Illinois, but raised in Atlanta, Georgia. She received her diploma from Dearborn Seminary in Chicago. Her father, Maj. William W. Bell, served in the American Civil War, as did her grandfather, Gen. Joseph Warren Bell, who, although being a Southerner, sold and liberated his slaves before to the war, moved his family north, and organized the 13th Illinois Cavalry. Captain Thomas Bell, her great-great-grandfather, was a Virginia patriot during the American Revolution. She began writing when she was eight years old and continued until the age of fifteen, when it occurred to her to have anything published. Her first attempts were all successful, and she wrote freely for several years as a result.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9362206749
• ISBN 13: 9789362206749
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 76