The Fire Screen: Or Domestic Sketches (1841)

By Anna Bache

Book Overview

The Fire Screen: Or Domestic Sketches is a novel written by Anna Bache and published in 1841. The book is a collection of short stories that revolve around the lives of women in the 19th century. The stories are set in various domestic settings and explore themes such as love, marriage, family, and societal expectations of women. The book's title refers to the fire screen, a decorative item that was commonly used in homes during the 19th century to shield the fire from the rest of the room. The fire screen serves as a metaphor for the women in the stories, who are often hidden away and overlooked by society. The stories in The Fire Screen are written in a sentimental and moralistic style that was popular during the Victorian era. The characters are often idealized and the stories emphasize the importance of moral values and virtues. Overall, The Fire Screen provides a glimpse into the lives of women during the 19th century and offers a commentary on the societal expectations and limitations placed upon them.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: 1167200861
• ISBN13: 9781167200861
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"