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The Wheel Of Life

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The Wheel of Life is a novel written by Ellen Glasgow, an American author known for her realistic depictions of life in the South during the early 20th century. The book tells the story of Lucy Blair, a young woman from a wealthy Virginia family who finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage and struggling to find her place in a society that values conformity over individuality.As Lucy tries to navigate the complexities of her life, she is forced to confront the harsh realities of class and gender inequality, as well as the limitations imposed on women by a patriarchal society. Along the way, she encounters a cast of memorable characters, including her husband, a cold and distant man who cares more about appearances than love; her mother, a domineering woman who is determined to maintain the family's social status; and her sister, a rebellious spirit who challenges the conventions of their world.Despite the challenges she faces, Lucy refuses to give up on her dreams of independence and self-discovery. Through her struggles, she learns to embrace her own identity and find her own path in life, even as the world around her tries to hold her back.The Wheel of Life is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a world that can be both beautiful and cruel. With its vivid characters, richly detailed setting, and compelling storyline, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American South, as well as the timeless struggles of the human heart.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163301982
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 480
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x25 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 635 g.
  • BLACK WEEK
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 14. december 2024

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The Wheel of Life is a novel written by Ellen Glasgow, an American author known for her realistic depictions of life in the South during the early 20th century. The book tells the story of Lucy Blair, a young woman from a wealthy Virginia family who finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage and struggling to find her place in a society that values conformity over individuality.As Lucy tries to navigate the complexities of her life, she is forced to confront the harsh realities of class and gender inequality, as well as the limitations imposed on women by a patriarchal society. Along the way, she encounters a cast of memorable characters, including her husband, a cold and distant man who cares more about appearances than love; her mother, a domineering woman who is determined to maintain the family's social status; and her sister, a rebellious spirit who challenges the conventions of their world.Despite the challenges she faces, Lucy refuses to give up on her dreams of independence and self-discovery. Through her struggles, she learns to embrace her own identity and find her own path in life, even as the world around her tries to hold her back.The Wheel of Life is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in a world that can be both beautiful and cruel. With its vivid characters, richly detailed setting, and compelling storyline, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American South, as well as the timeless struggles of the human heart.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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