A Description of Millenium Hall (eBook)

Sarah Scott (Autor)

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2022
172 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654740341-8 (EAN)

Infos

Sarah Scott's A Description of Millenium Hall is a pioneering work of the 18th-century English novel that challenges the traditional conventions of the genre. The book, written in epistolary form, follows the experiences of a group of women who have created their own utopian community in rural England. Scott skillfully intertwines themes of female friendship, independence, and social reform, setting her novel apart from the popular romances of her time. Through vivid descriptions and intricate characterizations, she depicts a society where women are empowered to forge their own destinies. A Description of Millenium Hall is a compelling exploration of gender roles and societal expectations, presented in a thought-provoking and engaging literary style. Sarah Scott's innovative approach to storytelling and strong female characters make this novel a standout in the landscape of 18th-century literature. Readers interested in feminist literature, utopian visions, and the history of the novel will find A Description of Millenium Hall a captivating and enlightening read.

Autor

Sarah Scott (1723–1795) was a notable English novelist, translator, social reformer, and an advocate of women's education during the eighteenth century. Born Sarah Robinson, she was the sister of Elizabeth Montagu, one of the founders of the Bluestocking Circle, which advocated for women's intellectual conversations outside of traditional domestic roles. Scott's literary style often intersected with her interests in social reform and didacticism, which is particularly evident in her most recognized work, 'A Description of Millenium Hall' (1762). This novel stands as an innovative piece of utopian fiction, depicting a community of women who have retreated from the patriarchal society to create a self-sufficient sanctuary. It explores themes of female friendship, virtue, and philanthropy, challenging the contemporary norms of women's roles. Through her sophisticated prose and themes of moral improvement and societal reform, Scott has contributed significantly to the fields of feminist and utopian literature. She was not only a writer but also a practical philanthropist, as evidenced by her efforts to establish a community similar to Millenium Hall. Although perhaps less well-known than her contemporaries, Scott's work provides vital insights into eighteenth-century feminist thought and literary culture.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction
• Schlagworte: 18th Century English Literature • 18th-century feminist utopia • As Our World Ends • British women writers • communal living ideals • divine providence symbolism • empowered women community • Enlightenment era fiction • female sanctuary narrative • female utopia literature • Feminism • feminist literary manifesto • herland • historical social commentary • I Am Malala • I know why the caged bird sings • Intellectual independence themes • Millenium Hall book • Progressive Social Commentary • proto-feminist literature • Sarah Scott novels • symbolic moral philosophy • The Age of Innocence • The Handmaid's Tale • The Yellow Wallpaper • utopian feminist fiction • Utopian fiction classics • Virginia Woolf • women's social narratives