The Experiences of Loveday Brooke Lady Detective

Catherine Louisa Pirkis

Maison d'édition: DigiCat

Synopsis

In "The Experiences of Loveday Brooke, Lady Detective," Catherine Louisa Pirkis crafts an engaging collection of detective stories that center around the astute and resourceful Loveday Brooke, an early female detective crafted with a keen sense of agency. Pirkis employs a style that merges elements of serialized fiction with vivid character development, showcasing not only the intricacies of crime-solving but also the societal dynamics of Victorian England. This literary work arrives at a time when the genre was burgeoning, offering a fresh perspective by placing a female protagonist at the forefront of detective fiction, thereby challenging contemporary norms and expectations. Catherine Louisa Pirkis was a novelist and playwright who, through her own experiences, recognized the lack of female representation in detective narratives. Living in a period marked by both societal constraints and emerging feminist ideologies, Pirkis utilized her writing as a platform to explore the roles of women and to highlight their capabilities in traditionally male-dominated fields. Her background in theater and her involvement in the literary circles of her time provided her with nuanced insights into character portrayal and narrative style. For readers who appreciate early detective fiction and those longing for groundbreaking female characters, "The Experiences of Loveday Brooke, Lady Detective" is a must-read. Pirkis's work not only entertains but also sparks dialogue on gender roles and societal changes in the Victorian era, making this collection an essential addition to the canon of crime literature and feminist discourse.

Disponible depuis: 15/09/2022.

Longueur d'impression: 185 pages.

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