Making People Happy - Couverture souple

Buchanan, Thompson

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9371463406 ISBN 13 : 9789371463409

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

Making People Happy explores the struggles of a young bride dealing with her role in marriage and her desire for purpose beyond domestic life. Set against a backdrop of social issues surrounding women's rights, the story focuses on a group of women who gather to discuss their gender's emancipation while grappling with their own personal conflicts and ambitions. The opening introduces the protagonist as she leads a chaotic meeting of a women's club, where the members, eager yet disorganized, debate the roles and rights of women in society. The protagonist feels frustrated with the club's lack of direction and her own dissatisfaction in her marriage. As the narrative unfolds, she navigates her internal and external challenges, aiming to find personal fulfillment while confronting the societal expectations placed upon her as both a wife and a woman. The story highlights themes of self-discovery, the pursuit of purpose, and the complex dynamics of gender and societal roles.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Thompson Buchanan was an American writer, journalist, playwright, and screenwriter, born in New York in 1877. He began his career in journalism before transitioning into writing novels and plays. Buchanan s work often delved into themes of relationships, personal conflict, and social issues. He gained recognition for his plays, including A Woman's Way in 1909, which highlighted his ability to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics. Buchanan also contributed to the burgeoning film industry, working in Hollywood starting in 1916, and further expanded his reach with radio sketches. His ability to blend different mediums of storytelling contributed to his influence during the early 20th century. Buchanan was married twice, first to Katherine Winterbotham and then to Joan Lowell, with whom he had a daughter. His personal life, like his professional one, was marked by shifts and changes. Buchanan s writing style and his contributions to literature, theater, and film helped shape the cultural landscape of his time. He passed away in 1937 at the age of 60 in Louisville, Kentucky, leaving behind a diverse and lasting legacy in American storytelling.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9371463406
• ISBN 13: 9789371463409
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 144
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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