Beautiful boredom: idleness and feminine self-realization in the Victorian novel
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Main Author: Maynard, Lee Anna 1973- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, NC [u.a.] McFarland 2009
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Abstract:"Boredom in these works is an important means through which female characters are able to achieve a greater sense of self-awareness. The author examines both the deleterious and restorative aspects of boredom and shows how this subtle theme has continued to be used by more modern authors"--Provided by publisher.
Item Description:"Boredom in these works is an important means through which female characters are able to achieve a greater sense of self-awareness. The author examines both the deleterious and restorative aspects of boredom and shows how this subtle theme has continued to be used by more modern authors"--Provided by publisher.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 183-186) and index
Physical Description:VII, 190 S.
ISBN:9780786445554
0786445556