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A Small Rebellion (1884)

A Small Rebellion (1884)

Lowndes, Cecilia Selby

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ISBN10: 1120130840
ISBN13: 9781120130846
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 24 2009
Pages: 88
Weight: 0.28
Height: 0.18 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Small Rebellion is a novel written by Cecilia Selby Lowndes and published in 1884. The story is set in England in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Rachel Dornford. Rachel is a strong-willed and independent character who rebels against the rigid social conventions of her time.The novel begins with Rachel's return to her family home after a long absence. She has spent the last few years in Paris studying art, and her experiences there have left her with a different perspective on life. Rachel is determined to live her life on her own terms, and she refuses to conform to the expectations of her family and society.Rachel's rebellion takes many forms. She refuses to marry the man her family has chosen for her, and instead falls in love with a poor artist. She also challenges the gender norms of her time by pursuing a career as an artist herself. Rachel's actions cause tension within her family and lead to a series of conflicts.Despite the challenges she faces, Rachel remains steadfast in her beliefs and continues to fight for her independence. The novel ends on a hopeful note, with Rachel finding a way to reconcile with her family and pursue her dreams.A Small Rebellion is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of individualism, gender roles, and social norms. Cecilia Selby Lowndes' writing is insightful and engaging, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature and women's rights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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