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Love in Excess

Eliza Haywood

Casa editrice: DigiCat

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Eliza Haywood's "Love in Excess" is a captivating work of early 18th-century literature that intricately explores the complexities of human emotions and societal norms surrounding love and desire. The narrative weaves together multiple storylines, primarily following the passionate entanglements of its protagonist, the charming yet impulsive Melantha. Haywood's writing style is characterized by its vivid characterizations, witty dialogue, and an acute psychological insight into her characters' motivations and dilemmas, embodying the conventions of the romance genre while also critiquing the moral codes of her time. Haywood, a prominent figure in the development of the novel as a literary form, was deeply influenced by her own experiences as a woman in a male-dominated society. Her tumultuous relationships and keen observations of social dynamics undoubtedly informed her portrayals of passionate love and female agency seen in "Love in Excess." As one of the first female novelists, Haywood's contributions to literature offer a unique perspective, merging her understanding of desire with a critique of the ethics surrounding it. Readers seeking an engaging exploration of love's intricacies should not overlook "Love in Excess." With its rich character development and insightful commentary on the nature of romance, this novel invites readers to reflect on their own perceptions of love, desire, and societal expectations, making it a timeless addition to the canon of women's literature.
Disponibile da: 25/11/2023.
Lunghezza di stampa: 209 pagine.

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