Antonia (1898)

By George Sand and George Burnham Ives

Book Overview

Antonia is a novel written by the French author George Sand and was first published in 1898. The story is set in the rural countryside of France during the early 19th century and follows the life of Antonia, a young woman who is struggling to find her place in a patriarchal society.Antonia is a strong-willed and independent woman who refuses to conform to the traditional gender roles of her time. She is determined to live life on her own terms and pursue her dreams, even if it means going against the expectations of her family and community.The novel explores themes of gender roles, social class, and the struggles of women in a male-dominated society. It also delves into the complexities of human relationships, including love, friendship, and family dynamics.Through Antonia's journey, Sand provides a powerful commentary on the limitations placed on women during this time period and the importance of individual freedom and self-expression.Overall, Antonia is a thought-provoking and compelling novel that offers a unique perspective on the struggles of women in 19th century France.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165310856
• ISBN13: 9781165310852
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"