The Dangerous Age: Letters and Fragments from a Woman's Diary by Karin Michaëlis
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"The Dangerous Age: Letters and Fragments from a Woman's Diary" by Karin Michaëlis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the protagonist, Elsie Lindtner, who embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery after her divorce, reflecting on the challenges and complexities women face as they age. The opening of the novel introduces Elsie's perspective as she writes letters to her cousin Lillie, revealing her turmoil and
decision to choose solitude after a long marriage. With a blend of humor and honesty, she delves into her motivations for seeking independence and expresses her deep feelings about her past life and relationships. The themes of aging, emotional conflict, and the expectations placed upon women emerge prominently as she questions traditional roles and contemplates her identity in the wake of societal judgments. The initial letters set the stage for a reflective exploration of womanhood, capturing the gravity and liberation entwined in her journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Michaëlis, Karin, 1872-1950 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Prévost, Marcel, 1862-1941 |
| LoC No. | 11022760 |
| Title | The Dangerous Age: Letters and Fragments from a Woman's Diary |
| Credits |
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Audrey Longhurst, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Epistolary fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Midlife crisis -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14187 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-14187-9 |
| Release Date | Nov 28, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 237 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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