
THE HERLAND TRILOGY: Moving the Mountain, Herland & With Her in Ourland (Complete Edition)
Enriched edition. Utopian Classic FictionBy Charlotte Perkins GilmanLength18h 45m
About this audiobook
Charlotte Perkins Gilman's THE HERLAND TRILOGY: Moving the Mountain, Herland & With Her in Ourland (Complete Edition) is a groundbreaking feminist utopian fiction that challenges traditional gender roles and societal constructs. The trilogy explores the hypothetical society of Herland, a secluded all-female civilization free from the influence of men, highlighting themes of equality, motherhood, and the rejection of capitalist ideologies. Gilman's writing style is concise yet thought-provoking, captivating readers with her vivid descriptions of this idealistic world while also critiquing the limitations of the patriarchal society in which she lived. The Herland Trilogy stands as a classic work of feminist literature, inspiring generations of readers to envision a more equitable future for all. Charlotte Perkins Gilman, a prominent feminist and social reformer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, draws upon her own experiences and observations to craft this thought-provoking trilogy. Influenced by her own struggles within a male-dominated society, Gilman's work serves as a powerful call to action for women's rights and liberation. I highly recommend THE HERLAND TRILOGY to readers interested in feminist literature, utopian fiction, and social critique, as it offers a thought-provoking exploration of gender, society, and the possibilities of a more equal world.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (1.4K)
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GenreFantasy, General Fiction
Length18 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 6, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE HERLAND TRILOGY: Moving the Mountain, Herland & With Her in Ourland
22CHAPTER 3. A Peculiar Imprisonment
2Introduction
23CHAPTER 5. A Unique History
3Author Biography
24CHAPTER 7. Our Growing Modesty
4Historical Context
25CHAPTER 9. Our Relations and Theirs
5Synopsis (Selection)
26CHAPTER 11. Our Difficulties
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6Moving the Mountain
27With Her in Ourland: sequel to Herland
7Preface
28Chapter 1 The Return
8Chapter 1.
29Chapter 2 War
9Chapter 2.
30Chapter 3 A Journey of Inspection
10Chapter 3
31Chapter 4 Nearing Home
11Chapter 4.
32Chapter 5 My Country
12Chapter 5.
33Chapter 6 The Diagnosis
13Chapter 6
34Chapter 7 In Our Homes
14Chapter 7
35Chapter 8 More Diagnosis
15Chapter 8
36Chapter 9
16Chapter 9
37Chapter 10
17Chapter 10
38Chapter 11
18Chapter 11
39Chapter 12
19Chapter 12.
40Analysis
20Herland
41Reflection
21CHAPTER 1. A Not Unnatural Enterprise
42Memorable Quotes