Nobody's Fault (Edition1) - Softcover

Syrett, Netta

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9371463414 ISBN 13: 9789371463416

Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

Nobody's fault explores the inner tension of a young woman caught between aspiration and origin, as she seeks to redefine herself beyond the circumstances of her upbringing. The novel opens with a contrast between a modest interior and the oppressive atmosphere of the city outside, echoing the emotional duality of the protagonist. Her early interactions reveal a growing recognition of how her past shapes her present, as well as the distance she feels from those around her who fail to understand the depth of her ambitions. Through conversations and introspection, the protagonist confronts the discomfort of class barriers and the pressure of societal expectations, especially as her creative pursuits begin to stir attention. The story is not driven by dramatic incidents but by the slow and layered emergence of a consciousness aware of its limitations and potential. There is a quiet critique of the social structures that define a woman's place and the narrowness of sympathy offered by those who speak of opportunity without understanding constraint. The novel balances subtle emotional detail with an acute awareness of how identity is shaped not only by choice but also by inheritance.

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About the Author

Netta Syrett was an English writer of the late Victorian and early 20th-century period, known for her exploration of women's roles and societal expectations in her fiction. Born on March 17, 1865, in Ramsgate, she was the daughter of William Syrett and Louisa Syrett. She was educated at the North London Collegiate School before attending Hughes Hall, Cambridge, where she trained as a teacher. Syrett initially worked as a schoolteacher while beginning her literary career, contributing to periodicals and writing novels that often centered on independent-minded women challenging traditional constraints. Her works frequently aligned with the ideals of the New Woman movement, addressing themes of female autonomy, ambition, and personal fulfillment. One of her most notable novels, Portrait of a Rebel, was later adapted into the 1936 film A Woman Rebels. In addition to novels, she wrote short stories and children's literature, displaying a versatile literary style. Throughout her career, she maintained an interest in education and social reform, using her writing to critique the limitations placed on women. She continued writing well into the 20th century before passing away in London on December 15, 1943, at the age of 78.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9371463414
• ISBN 13: 9789371463416
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 126