Rhoda fleming

EAN : 9791041817740

MEREDITH GEORGE

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EAN : 9791041817740

Paru le : 23 juin 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041817740
Réf. éditeur : 287934
Date Parution : 23 juin 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 316
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:17 mm
Poids : 410gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Rhoda Fleming" by George Meredith is a novel that delves into the lives of two sisters, Rhoda and Dahlia, from a Kentish farming family. The story begins with a depiction of their home life, where their mother, Mrs. Fleming, is passionate about her garden, and their father, William John Fleming, struggles with the financial burdens of farming. The sisters are portrayed as strikingly beautiful and well-mannered, with aspirations beyond their rural surroundings. Dahlia, the elder sister, is sent to London to live with their uncle, Anthony Hackbut, a man of mysterious wealth and peculiar habits. Her departure marks a significant change in the family dynamics, as Rhoda remains at home, grappling with the absence of her sister and the challenges of rural life. The narrative explores themes of social class, change, and the constraints placed on women in the 19th century. Dahlia's life in London is shrouded in mystery, and her letters home become less frequent, causing concern for Rhoda and their father. Anthony's visit to the farm brings a mix of hope and tension, as he hints at financial support but remains secretive about his true intentions and wealth. The novel paints a vivid picture of the sisters' contrasting experiences and the shift of societal expectations on their lives. Meredith's work is a reflection on the complexities of family relationships and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. The sisters' journey is marked by emotional struggles and the desire for independence, set against the backdrop of a changing society. The novel ultimately questions the sacrifices made for social mobility and the true meaning of happiness.
Biographie : George Meredith OM (12 February 1828 - 18 May 1909) was an English novelist and poet of the Victorian era. At first his focus was poetry, influenced by John Keats among others, but he gradually established a reputation as a novelist. The Ordeal of Richard Feverel (1859) briefly scandalised Victorian literary circles. Of his later novels, the most enduring is The Egoist (1879), though in his lifetime his greatest success was Diana of the Crossways (1885). His novels were innovative in their attention to characters' psychology, and also took a close interest in social change. His style, in both poetry and prose, was noted for its syntactic complexity; Oscar Wilde likened it to chaos illumined by brilliant flashes of lightning. He was an encourager of other novelists, as well as an influence on them; among those to benefit were Rrt Louis Stevenson and George Gissing. He was nominated for the Nl Prize in Literature seven times.