Feminine Subjects in Masculine Fiction

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Focusing on the period between 1870 and 1910, the book explores how male authors envisioned new roles for women while depicting them as enigmatic figures of aesthetic desire. It delves into the complex portrayal of these female characters, highlighting their influence on the evolution of fiction into a form of Art. Through this lens, the book analyzes the interplay between gender and artistic expression during a transformative era in literature.