Father : 5

(Author) Elizabeth von Arnim
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'There came a moment, she imagined, in the lives of most unmarried daughters, and perhaps in other people's too, when they must either bolt or go permanently under.' Since her mother's death Jennifer has devoted years of her life to her father, managing the family home and acting as his secretary. After the sudden announcement that he has taken a new wife, Jennifer, at 33, seizes the opportunity to lead an independent life. Quickly she secures the lease of Rose Cottage and turns her attention to her own needs and interests. Published in 1931, Father explores the concept of spinsterhood in a time when the financial and social status of single women were often dependent on male family members. While Jennifer is desperate to experience life on her own terms within her reduced financial means, her neighbour Alice is pre-occupied with ensuring her position as head of her brother's household is never challenged.

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Publisher:
British Library Publishing
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780712353182
Publish year:
2020
Publish date:
Sept. 3, 2020

Elizabeth von Arnim

Elizabeth von Arnim was a British author born in Australia in 1866. Known for her satirical and comedic novels, von Arnim's most notable works include "Elizabeth and Her German Garden" (1898), "The Enchanted April" (1922), and "Mr. Skeffington" (1940). Her writing style often featured strong female characters and themes of love, marriage, and societal expectations. Von Arnim's works were influential in the development of feminist literature and continue to be celebrated for their wit and charm. "The Enchanted April" remains her most famous work, depicting the transformative power of friendship and nature in a beautiful Italian villa. Elizabeth von Arnim passed away in 1941, leaving behind a legacy of timeless and engaging novels.

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