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Set against the backdrop of the 19th century, the novel follows a woman's struggle to balance her artistic aspirations with the demands of marriage and motherhood. As her husband's financial instability leads to hardship, the story delves into themes of masculinity and femininity. Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward, a pioneering feminist, challenges traditional gender roles throughout the narrative. This edition also includes a newly commissioned biography, making it a valuable addition for fans of classic literature and gender fiction.
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The Story of Avis, Elizabeth Stuart Phelps
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- 2010
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- Title
- The Story of Avis
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Elizabeth Stuart Phelps
- Publisher
- Macritchie Press
- Publisher
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 458
- ISBN13
- 9781446009208
- Category
- Motherhood and Parenthood
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of the 19th century, the novel follows a woman's struggle to balance her artistic aspirations with the demands of marriage and motherhood. As her husband's financial instability leads to hardship, the story delves into themes of masculinity and femininity. Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward, a pioneering feminist, challenges traditional gender roles throughout the narrative. This edition also includes a newly commissioned biography, making it a valuable addition for fans of classic literature and gender fiction.