Nobody's Story
Nobody's Story
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Brief
339
Book • Nonfiction
England • 19th century
2002
Adult
18+ years
1430L
Super Short Summary
In Nobody's Story, Catherine Gallagher explores the lives and works of five influential women writers—Aphra Behn, Delarivier Manley, Charlotte Lennox, Frances Burney, and Maria Edgeworth—highlighting their significant contributions to literature and the challenges they faced in a male-dominated market. Topics of slavery and racial issues are addressed in Behn's experiences and Edgeworth's works.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Reviews for Nobody's Story by Catherine Gallagher are generally positive. Critics appreciate Gallagher's in-depth analysis of the rise of the novel and her exploration of anonymity and authorship. However, some find the scholarly tone dense and challenging for general readers. Overall, the book is valued for its contribution to literary critique.
Who Should Read Nobody's Story?
Readers who relish exploring the intersection of literature and socio-economic history will appreciate Nobody's Story. It's akin to Pride and Prejudice for its social commentary and Hard Times for its critique of industrialization, appealing to those who enjoy deep analysis and historical context in literary works.
18 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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339
Book • Nonfiction
England • 19th century
2002
Adult
18+ years
1430L
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