Characteristics of Women: Moral, Poetical, and Historical by Mrs. Jameson

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Author Jameson, Mrs. (Anna), 1794-1860
Title Characteristics of Women: Moral, Poetical, and Historical
Note Reading ease score: 60.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Characteristics of Women: Moral, Poetical, and Historical" by Mrs. Jameson is a critical literary analysis written in the late 19th century. The work explores various representations of female characters primarily through the lens of Shakespeare, discussing their virtues, intellect, and moral qualities. The text aims to illuminate the complexities of the female experience in literature, moving beyond mere caricatures to present a nuanced understanding of women's roles and characterizations. The opening of the work sets a reflective tone, as the author discusses her motivations for writing and her devotion to exploring female characters. Through a dialogue between two characters, Alda and Medon, Jameson establishes the thematic foundation of the book, questioning societal perceptions of women and the value of satire versus illustration in literature. Alda conveys her belief that female experiences and attributes are multifaceted, and she intends to analyze these through diverse character studies, particularly those of Shakespeare's women, aiming to reveal their moral and emotional dimensions. This conversational framework suggests a deep engagement with the subject matter and invites the reader to ponder the implications of women's portrayal in the literary canon. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Women and literature -- England -- History -- 16th century
Subject Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Characters -- Women
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EBook-No. 26152
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Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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