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A Mummer's Wife

A Mummer's Wife

Moore, George

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General Fiction

Publisher Price: $22.99

ISBN10: 9369422730
ISBN13: 9789369422739
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Jan 1 2025
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.86
Height: 0.75 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
A Mummer's Wife by George Moore explores the emotional and relational struggles of a woman caught in a difficult domestic life. The novel delves into the complexities of marriage, where the protagonist grapples with the constant ill-health and irritability of her husband. The narrative highlights the tension between duty and personal aspirations, as the protagonist is tasked with caring for her sickly husband while navigating the emotional turmoil within her home. Themes of love, sacrifice, and the sacrifices made within working-class family life emerge as the protagonist contemplates her responsibilities. The arrival of a lodger, an actor, further complicates matters, adding to the friction between family members. Through the protagonist's experiences, the story explores the emotional toll of devotion, the complexities of familial relationships, and the internal conflict of a woman trying to reconcile her duties with her personal desires. It offers a poignant look at the emotional sacrifices and tensions that define life in a constrained, working-class environment.

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