The Friendships of Women by William Rounseville Alger
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| Author | Alger, William Rounseville, 1822-1905 |
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| LoC No. | 09004014 |
| Title | The Friendships of Women |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Edmund Dejowski |
| Summary | "The Friendships of Women" by William Rounseville Alger is a treatise exploring the dynamics of female friendships written in the late 19th century. The book examines the importance and various forms of friendships among women, arguing against the notion that women are incapable of forming deep, meaningful connections with each other. Alger seeks to highlight historical examples, while also addressing the broader implications of friendship in women's lives, particularly in an era that often places greater emphasis on romantic relationships. At the start of the work, the author provides insight into the motivations behind his exploration of female friendships, noting a perceived lack of documentation on the subject compared to male friendships. He emphasizes the value of friendship as a vital emotional resource for women, especially in the context of a society that often overlooks their emotional needs. The introduction sets the stage for a detailed discussion on how friendship serves not only as a companion to love but also as a necessary solace when love is unattainable or unfulfilled. Alger presents friendship as a rich and diverse experience, one that dresses with poetic charm the fundamental feelings shared between women, while also acknowledging the challenges that friendships may face. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Women |
| Subject | Friendship |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19199 |
| Release Date | Sep 8, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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