Excerpt from The Star in the Window
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life of a young woman named Rebecca, stifled by the oppressive environment of her family home and yearning for a life of independence and connection. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century New England, the narrative paints a poignant picture of societal expectations and the constraints placed upon women during that era. Rebecca's existence is marked by a sense of isolation and unfulfilled potential. Denied access to education, social interaction, and personal growth, she navigates a monotonous routine dictated by her domineering aunt and ailing mother. The author skillfully portrays the psychological impact of this confinement, highlighting Rebecca's longing for friendship, love, and a life beyond the confines of her family's rigid expectations. The book explores themes of societal pressures, gender roles, and the search for identity. Rebecca's struggles reflect the broader challenges faced by women in a time when their opportunities were limited and their voices often silenced. The narrative invites readers to contemplate the importance of individual autonomy and the consequences of conformity. Through Rebecca's introspective journey, the book offers a powerful commentary on the human spirit's resilience and the enduring desire for connection and self-discovery, even in the face of adversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781527667976_0
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Vendeur : ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, Etats-Unis
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. N° de réf. du vendeur G1527667979I4N00
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527667976
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527667976
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)