検索キーワード： 著者 "Emma Francis Brooke" すべてのカテゴリー

Published anonymously in 1894, “A Superfluous Woman” quickly emerged as one of the most celebrated “New Woman” novels of the late 19th century. The story opens with Jessamine Halliday, a privileged young aristocrat, who appears to be on the brink of death. Her desperate family enlists the help of an unconventional doctor who recognizes that her ailment stems from the ennui and stagnation often faced by upper-class English women. His prescription? A shift in perspective and a journey toward self-discovery. As he guides Jessamine to critically examine her identity and the value of ...

Honora Klaper is not just a pretty face—she is a remarkable woman with grace, intelligence, and charm that captivates everyone around her. But today, she embarks on a unique quest, one that transcends the ordinary pursuits of love or wealth. Her mission is nothing less than a revolutionary pursuit of education at Cambridge University! Set against a backdrop where womens education was a rarity, this compelling story, penned by a woman who herself was educated at Cambridge, illuminates the challenges and triumphs faced by a determined woman striving for knowledge. - Summary by Stav Nisser.