The Pastor's Wife
Challenging societal norms: A tale of a pastor's wife navigating early 20th century expectations and complexities with sharp wit and subtle humorBy Elizabeth Von Arnim
Length13h 9m
About this audiobook
In "The Pastor's Wife," Elizabeth Von Arnim presents a poignant exploration of the struggles and societal constraints faced by women in the early 20th century. The novel is narrated through the voice of a pastor's wife, whose internal conflict and yearning for self-identity are deftly woven into a narrative rich with humor and emotional depth. Von Arnim's prose balances lyrical elegance with sharp observation, offering a satirical yet compassionate critique of the rigid moral expectations placed upon women, particularly within the confines of marriage and religious life. This work, situated amidst the burgeoning feminist discourse of its time, reflects the author'Äôs own complexities and ambivalence toward societal roles. Elizabeth Von Arnim, a prominent novelist of her era, drew from her own experiences as a writer and a woman in a patriarchal society. Her personal encounters with love, marriage, and societal expectations greatly influenced her narrative voice and thematic concerns. The daughter of a wealthy family and a committed traveler, Von Arnim's life experiences, particularly her marriage to a clergyman, inform the nuanced character studies and the exploration of female autonomy found in this novel. For readers interested in feminist literature and social critique, "The Pastor's Wife" serves as a valuable resource, illuminating the intricate dynamics between personal desire and societal expectations. Through its vivid characters and engaging plot, this novel invites reflection on the timeless struggles women face in their quest for self-realization, making it an essential read for scholars and enthusiasts alike.
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Rating★★★★ 3.9 (1K)
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GenreGeneral Fiction
Length13 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART I
21CHAPTER XIX
2CHAPTER I
22CHAPTER XX
3CHAPTER II
23PART III
4CHAPTER III
24CHAPTER XXI
5CHAPTER IV
25CHAPTER XXII
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6CHAPTER V
26CHAPTER XXIII
7CHAPTER VI
27CHAPTER XXIV
8CHAPTER VII
28CHAPTER XXV
9CHAPTER VIII
29CHAPTER XXVI
10CHAPTER IX
30CHAPTER XXVII
11CHAPTER X
31CHAPTER XXVIII
12CHAPTER XI
32CHAPTER XXIX
13PART II
33CHAPTER XXX
14CHAPTER XII
34CHAPTER XXXI
15CHAPTER XIII
35CHAPTER XXXII
16CHAPTER XIV
36CHAPTER XXXIII
17CHAPTER XV
37CHAPTER XXXIV
18CHAPTER XVI
38CHAPTER XXXV
19CHAPTER XVII
39CHAPTER XXXVI
20CHAPTER XVIII
40CHAPTER XXXVII
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