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Focusing on the inner lives of women in Victorian-era South Africa, this collection of short stories addresses identity, love, and societal expectations. It features a young woman pursuing botany against social norms and explores the bond between a white mother and her mixed-race daughter. Other narratives delve into dreams and self-discovery, revealing hidden desires and fears. Olive Schreiner's evocative prose illuminates the struggles of women in a patriarchal society, making this work a significant contribution to feminist literature.

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Title
Dreams
Language
English
Publisher
Ernest Benn
Format
Hardcover
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Focusing on the inner lives of women in Victorian-era South Africa, this collection of short stories addresses identity, love, and societal expectations. It features a young woman pursuing botany against social norms and explores the bond between a white mother and her mixed-race daughter. Other narratives delve into dreams and self-discovery, revealing hidden desires and fears. Olive Schreiner's evocative prose illuminates the struggles of women in a patriarchal society, making this work a significant contribution to feminist literature.