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The Odd Women by George Gissing explores the lives of unmarried women in Victorian England, a society where marriage was seen as the primary path to security and fulfillment. The novel centers on the Madden sisters, left destitute after their father’s death, and contrasts their struggles with the lives of Rhoda Nunn and Mary Barfoot, who advocate for women’s independence through education and work. Meanwhile, the charming but selfish Everard Barfoot complicates matters with his flirtation with one of the Madden sisters. Gissing critiques societal norms that marginalize "surplus" women—those left unmarried due to demographic imbalances—and highlights the limited options available to them. Through its richly drawn characters, The Odd Women examines themes of gender inequality, economic dependence, and the tension between tradition and progress. A poignant and thought-provoking work, it sheds light on the challenges faced by women striving for autonomy in a patriarchal world.

© 2025 Interactive Media (Lydbog): 9781802566529
© 2016 Interactive Media (E-bog): 9781911263449

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Lydbog: 30. maj 2025
E-bog: 15. april 2016

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