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A Modern Instance
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781022933583
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 356
Weight: 1.10
Height: 0.74 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
William Dean Howells' A Modern Instance delves into the complexities of marriage in 19th-century America, offering a starkly realistic portrayal of its challenges. This enduring work of social commentary explores the evolving landscape of relationships and the shifting expectations between men and women. Through meticulous psychological realism, Howells examines the intricacies of human nature within the bonds of matrimony, highlighting both its joys and its potential pitfalls. A powerful exploration of love, commitment, and the consequences of societal pressures, A Modern Instance resonates with its timeless themes of fidelity, disillusionment, and the search for personal fulfillment. This meticulously prepared edition offers readers a window into a bygone era while exploring universally relevant aspects of human connection, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in literary fiction exploring the dynamics of family and long-term relationships.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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