Ideala by Sarah Grand
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| Author | Grand, Sarah, 1854-1943 |
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| Title | Ideala |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Joshua Hutchinson, Tom Allen, David Moynihan, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Ideala" by Sarah Grand is a novel written during the late 19th century, exploring themes of gender, individuality, and the societal expectations placed upon women. The story centers around the titular character, Ideala, who is depicted as a complex, introspective woman struggling with the limitations imposed by her marriage and the wider Victorian social norms. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Ideala through the eyes of a narrator who reflects on her enigmatic presence at a garden party. Ideala is portrayed as a character full of contradictions, admired for her charm, yet often misunderstood and labeled as cold or aloof. Despite her apparent indifference to societal trappings, she displays a deep, emotional engagement with life, having a striking ability to connect with others and a desire to uplift those around her. The opening chapters delve into her thoughts and interactions, suggesting a persona that is both aspirational and at odds with the dull mediocrity of those around her. As we begin to learn about her backgrounds, such as her struggles with her upbringing and the expectations of womanhood, it becomes clear that Ideala is on a quest not only for self-fulfillment but also for a deeper understanding of love and purpose in her life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Feminists -- England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6855 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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