The Well of Loneliness - Lesbian Classic

Radclyffe Hall

Casa editrice: Good Press

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Radclyffe Hall's "The Well of Loneliness" is a groundbreaking novel that explores the complexities of sexual identity and societal alienation in early 20th-century England. Written in a lyrical yet unflinching prose style, the narrative follows Stephen Gordon, a hermaphrodite who struggles with her identity amidst the oppressive constraints of a rigid society that demands conformity. Set against the backdrop of a post-World War I world grappling with changing social mores, Hall's work intricately weaves themes of love, loss, and the quest for self-acceptance, challenging the era's prevailing attitudes toward homosexuality. Its frank depiction of lesbian love was both revolutionary and controversial, marking it as a formative text in LGBTQ+ literature. Radclyffe Hall, a prominent figure in the modernist literary movement and an openly lesbian writer, brings her own experiences to bear in this poignant tale. Born in 1880 to a wealthy family, Hall faced significant personal challenges regarding her sexual orientation and societal expectations. Her desire to articulate the inner lives of marginalized individuals was further fueled by the legal and social ramifications of her own identity, making "The Well of Loneliness" not just a novel but a manifesto for those seeking solace in solitude. This seminal work is essential reading for anyone interested in the evolution of gender and sexuality in literature. Hall's indomitable spirit and meticulous storytelling invite readers to contemplate the human condition through the lens of love and longing. "The Well of Loneliness" stands as both a poignant historical document and a timeless exploration of the search for belonging.

Disponibile da: 21/12/2023.

Lunghezza di stampa: 457 pagine.

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