The Diary of an Ennuyée (eBook)

Mrs. Jameson (Autor)

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2022
197 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737494-7 (EAN)

Infos

In Mrs. Jameson's 'The Diary of an Ennuyée,' readers are introduced to a fascinating tale presented in the form of a travelogue. The book follows the protagonist as she navigates through the landscapes of Europe, exploring the complexities of ennui and the disillusionment of the privileged class. Mrs. Jameson's elegant prose and vivid descriptions provide a vivid portrait of the protagonist's internal struggles against the backdrop of 19th-century European society. The book is a quintessential example of the Romantic era, with its focus on personal emotions and introspection. Mrs. Jameson, a prominent writer and art critic of her time, drew inspiration from her own extensive travels and observations of society. Her keen insight into human nature and her ability to capture the essence of ennui make 'The Diary of an Ennuyée' a compelling and thought-provoking read. Readers will appreciate the depth and complexity of Mrs. Jameson's narrative and her exploration of the human condition. 'The Diary of an Ennuyée' is a must-read for literary enthusiasts interested in the themes of boredom, disenchantment, and self-discovery. Mrs. Jameson's masterful storytelling and profound insights offer a rich reading experience that will captivate and enlighten readers.

Autor

Mrs. Jameson, known for her insightful work 'The Diary of an Ennuyée', is an author who has earned a place in the annals of 19th-century literature. Her text, which weaves the intricate experiences of travel with meditations on life and the varying shades of ennui, offers a unique perspective on the travelling upper-class woman of her time. The book, ostensibly a travel diary, is in fact a poignant semi-autobiographical novel that offers a glimpse into the inner life of a woman who learns about the world and herself through her journeys. The 'Diary' itself straddles literary genres, combining elements of romantic travelogue, memoir, and social commentary, thus announcing Jameson's sensitive and evocative style. While her full name and biographical details have been subjects of scholarly curiosity and are not widely publicized, her work endures, standing testament to the depth and complexity of her thoughts and literary talents. Her prose exhibits a refined melancholy and sharp wit, characteristics that endeared her to her contemporary audience and continue to resonate with readers today. As a female author in the Victorian era, Mrs. Jameson navigated a literary landscape dominated by men, carving a space for her voice and paving the way for future women writers.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Schlagworte: 19th century diaries • art and artists in fiction • Cultural Observations • Description and travel • emotional resonance • ennui in literature • European travel diaries • female experience • Female introspection • historical non-fiction diaries • History of Italy • intellectual exploration • Italian landscapes • Italy • literary memoirs • literary style • Mrs. Jameson author • nineteenth-century england • personal memoir • Romantic literature • Romantic travelogue • Women's literature • Women writers in literature