9781025295367 - behind a mask or a woman's power von barnard, a m (2 Ergebnisse)
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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Behind a Mask or a Woman's Power' is a gripping Gothic thriller that explores the complexities of social status, gender roles, and the art of deception in Victorian society. The narrative follows the arrival of Jean Muir, a seemingly modest and accomplished governess, into the wealthy Coventry hous…ehold. While she initially appears to be the paragon of feminine virtue and humility, the story quickly reveals that her persona is a carefully constructed mask. Jean Muir is a cunning and ambitious woman who uses her formidable acting skills to manipulate the family members, pitting them against one another to secure her own financial stability and social standing. The work delves into themes of power and agency, challenging contemporary perceptions of submissive womanhood. As the characters navigate a web of secrets and emotional games, the story exposes the performative nature of class and identity. 'Behind a Mask or a Woman's Power' stands as a significant contribution to the sensation fiction genre, showcasing a darker and more subversive side of the author's literary repertoire. It remains a compelling study of a woman's resolve to survive and thrive in a world that offers her few opportunities through wit and willpower.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
