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by Henrik Ibsen, Charlotte Brontë, Marietta Holley, Henry James, Louisa May Alcott, John Stuart Mill, Zona Gale, Jane Austen, Thomas Hardy, Edith Wharton, Gene Stratton-Porter, Rebecca Harding Davis, Margaret Fuller, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Elia Wilkinson Peattie, Virginia Woolf, Mary Wollstonecraft, Willa Cather, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Mary Johnston, Grant Allen, Theodore Dreiser, Kate Chopin, Sojourner Truth, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Harriet Martineau, Fanny Burney, Mary Ware Dennett, Julia Ward Howe, Ada Cambridge, H. G. Wells, Sarah H. Bradford, D. H. Lawrence, Nikolai Leskov, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Leo Tolstoy, Margaret Deland, Elizabeth Gaskell, Margaret Oliphant, Margaret Mitchell, Elizabeth von Arnim, Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett
2023 · Good Press
The Greatest Feminist Classics in One Volume presents a rich tapestry of literary innovation, drawing from centuries of sharp intellect and bold narratives that challenged societal norms. This anthology spans a staggering range of styles and genres, from Mary Wollstonecraft'Äôs revolutionary prose to the intricate social critiques of Virginia Woolf and Henrik Ibsen'Äôs dramatic realism. Embedding stories that stir and essays that provoke, the collection reflects the collective strength of voices that have tirelessly worked to pave the way for feminist discourse. In their varied yet unified forms, these literary pieces transcend time, offering enduring insights into the spectrum of human experience. The compendium draws from a sublime array of authors, whose backgrounds encompass both the familiar corners of Western literary canon and the less trodden paths of pioneering thinkers and activists. Contributing figures like Jane Austen, Sojourner Truth, and Louisa May Alcott enhance the collection'Äôs richness, as their works converge to form a cohesive narrative about the struggles and triumphs that underpin the feminist movement. Each author, deeply rooted in their respective historical and cultural milieus, collectively enriches the anthology, providing nuanced perspectives on the progressive evolution of feminist thought. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in this indispensably comprehensive collection, which serves not only as a trove of literary achievement but as a crucial dialogue among diverse writers whose works remain vital against the backdrop of contemporary issues. By engaging with these texts, readers gain access to varied perspectives and are prompted to reflect further on the themes of gender, identity, and equality. This anthology is not merely a literary journey but an educational odyssey, offering both breadth and depth in its examination of feminist classics.
by Willa Cather, Edith Wharton, Fanny Burney, Mary Wollstonecraft, Jane Austen, Charlotte Brontë, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Rebecca Harding Davis, Louisa May Alcott, Henry James, Leo Tolstoy, Thomas Hardy, Elizabeth Gaskell, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Henrik Ibsen, Kate Chopin, Grant Allen, Ethel Sybil Turner, Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett, H. G. Wells, Gene Stratton-Porter, Theodore Dreiser, Ada Cambridge, Mary Johnston, Marietta Holley, Elia Wilkinson Peattie, Virginia Woolf, Christopher Morley, Zona Gale, Elizabeth von Arnim, Edna Ferber, Margaret Fuller, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Raden Adjeng Kartini, Emma Goldman, Julia Ward Howe, Emmeline Pankhurst, Mother Jones, Helen Wright, Helen Keller, Catherine H. Birney, Rebecca Deming Moore, D. H. Lawrence, Margaret Oliphant, Harriet Martineau, Margaret Sanger, Sinclair Lewis, Sarah H. Bradford, Kate Stephens
2021 · e-artnow
Musaicum Books presents to you the world's iconic women characters in fiction and the real-life heroines in this power-packed meticulously edited and formatted collection: Fiction: Camilla (Fanny Burney) Maria; Or, The Wrongs of Woman (Mary Wollstonecraft) Pride and Prejudice (Jane Austen) Jane Eyre (Charlotte Brontë) The Scarlet Letter (Nathaniel Hawthorne) Lady Macbeth of the Mzinsk District (Nikolai Leskov) Hester (Margaret Oliphant) Life in the Iron Mills (Rebecca Davis) Little Women (Louisa May Alcott) The Portrait of a Lady (Henry James) Anna Karenina (Leo Tolstoy) Tess of the d'Urbervilles (Thomas Hardy) Wives and Daughter (Elizabeth Gaskell) The Yellow Wallpaper (Charlotte Perkins Gilman) A Doll's House (Henrik Ibsen) The Awakening (Kate Chopin) The Woman Who Did (Grant Allen) Miss Cayley's Adventures (Grant Allen) The Story of a Baby (Ethel Sybil Turner) New Amazonia (Elizabeth Corbett) A Daughter of the Land (Gene Stratton-Porter) The Iron Woman (Margaret Deland) My Ántonia (Willa Cather) The Song of the Lark (Willa Cather) The House of Mirth (Edith Wharton) Sister Carrie (Theodore Dreiser) Sisters (Ada Cambridge) Hagar (Mary Johnston) Samantha on the Woman Question (Marietta Holley) The Precipice (Elia Wilkinson Peattie) Voyage Out (Virginia Woolf) Parnassus on Wheels (Christopher Morley) The Job (Sinclair Lewis) Miss Lulu Bett (Zona Gale) The Rainbow (D. H. Lawrence) The Enchanted April (Elizabeth von Arnim) Fanny Herself (Edna Ferber) So Big (Edna Ferber)... Memoirs: Madame Vigée Lebrun Jane Austen Caroline Herschel Mrs. Seacole Elizabeth Cady Stanton My Own Story (Emmeline Pankhurst) Mother Jones Margaret Sanger Helen Keller Biographies: Lucretia Sappho Aspasia of Cyrus Portia Octavia Cleopatra Mariamne Julia Domna Zenobia Valeria Hypatia The Lady Rowena Roswitha the Nun Marie de France Laura de Sade Joan of Arc Catharine of Arragon Anne Boleyn Margaret Roper Mary, Queen of Scots The Pocahontas Queen Anne Maria Theresa Marie Antoinette Florence Nightingale Maria Mitchell Harriet Tubman Madame de Stael…
by Henrik Ibsen, Charlotte Brontë, Marietta Holley, Henry James, Louisa May Alcott, John Stuart Mill, Zona Gale, Jane Austen, Thomas Hardy, Edith Wharton, Gene Stratton-Porter, Rebecca Harding Davis, Margaret Fuller, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Elia Wilkinson Peattie, Virginia Woolf, Mary Wollstonecraft, Willa Cather, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Mary Johnston, Grant Allen, Theodore Dreiser, Kate Chopin, Sojourner Truth, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Harriet Martineau, Fanny Burney, Mary Ware Dennett, Julia Ward Howe, Ada Cambridge, H. G. Wells, Sarah H. Bradford, D. H. Lawrence, Nikolai Leskov, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Leo Tolstoy, Margaret Deland, Elizabeth Gaskell, Margaret Oliphant, Margaret Mitchell, Elizabeth von Arnim, Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett
2023 · DigiCat
The Essential Feminist Collection – 60 Powerful Classics in One Volume is a formidable anthology that explores the intricate and evolving landscape of feminist literature. It spans an impressive array of literary styles and genres, from the dramatic depth of Victorian novels to the poignant realism of early 20th-century narratives. This collection encapsulates the feminist consciousness through its selection of diverse and groundbreaking works. Standout pieces in the anthology take the reader through transformations in gender roles, societal expectations, and personal emancipation, reflecting an array of experiences and challenges faced by women across varying socio-cultural landscapes. The anthology brings together an esteemed assembly of authors and thinkers, whose works have significantly shaped feminist discourse. With contributors such as Charlotte Brontë, Virginia Woolf, and Sojourner Truth, among others, this volume reflects a tapestry of voices that helped to define and challenge the sociopolitical boundaries of their times. It aligns with pivotal literary movements such as romanticism and realism, providing a rich historical and cultural context that enhances the narrative of women's struggle and empowerment. The pioneering contributions collected here transcend geographic and temporal boundaries, weaving a narrative that is both extensive and enlightening. This anthology is highly recommended for those seeking to immerse themselves in feminist literature's vast and dynamic landscape. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the myriad perspectives and styles of its esteemed contributors, presenting a comprehensive dialogue on the timeless themes of gender, power, and identity. The breadth of insight contained within these pages represents not just a historical account but an ongoing conversation, making it an invaluable resource for both academic study and personal reflection on the multifaceted journey towards equality.
This is where our own public controversies about evolution began.".
by James LORD (Barrister-at-law)
1876