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The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde grew out of a horrifying nightmare Robert Louis Stevenson had one night in Bournemouth, England, in 1886. "The Yellow Wallpaper" sprang from a catastrophic nervous breakdown Charlotte Perkins Gilman had six years later on the other side of the Atlantic following the birth of her daughter. Now these two haunting, iconic tales are brought together for the first time in this powerful classic audio exploration of madness and the duality of the human soul.

As the Century draws to a close it shows no sign of its literary talents diminishing. Authors stride into stories with a confidence and knowledge that now speak of a gilded age. We are challenged on many levels but always, always the story delivers a literary triumph.

Satire, Humor and Irony in some cases have been regarded as the most effective source to understand a society, the oldest form of social study. Contents: The Cop and the Anthem by O. Henry; The Ransom of Red Chief by O. Henry; What Stumped the Blue Jays by Mark Twain; The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County by Mark Twain; The Toys of Peace by Saki (H. H. Munro); The Artful Hussar by Johann Peter Hebel; From The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Rudolf Erich Raspe; The Golden Honeymoon by Ring Lardner; When I Was a Witch by Charlotte Perkins Gilman; Micromegas: A Philosophical History by Voltaire.

One of the earliest creative approaches to feminist literature, this sinister horror story tells of a woman's mental anguish and unconscious struggle with conformity in a society that generally viewed women as weak and hysterical creatures unable to think for themselves. The author, Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860-1935), a prominent American feminist, paved the way for other authors like Sylvia Plath and Alice Walker. She suffered mental illness during her life and ultimately committed suicide.

In this thought-provoking exploration, the author delves into the essence of masculinity, distinguishing between inherent human traits and those shaped by gender. Rather than simply attributing existence to masculine characteristics, the book illuminates the distinct masculine qualities and their profound impact on human society. It challenges readers to reflect on the consequences of a world dominated by one sex, inviting a deeper understanding of how these dynamics shape our lives. (Excerpt from the first chapter)

This story is primarily crafted for young women, followed by young men, and ultimately for anyone who seeks to understand its message. Those who question its facts and figures are encouraged to consult Social Diseases and Marriage by Dr. Prince Morrow or Hygiene and Morality by Miss Lavinia Dock, a seasoned nurse with extensive experience. While some may argue that the challenging truths revealed are unsuitable for young girls, it is precisely these young women who must be informed to safeguard themselves and future generations. Awareness of danger is vital before it becomes too late to act. ...

A timeless piece of feminist literature, this classic follows a series of journal entries made by a woman diagnosed with hysterical tendencies by her doctor husband. Barred from working or writing she is confined to the nursery of an old New England Colonial mansion to recuperate. Trapped in this room with barred windows and sickly yellow wallpaper, the narrator begins to feel the room come alive and mutate around her.

What happens when a woman dares to imagine power in a world that denies her even autonomy? In this sharp, sly, and subversive tale, one of America's most original feminist voices turns the tables on society with cool precision and a dash of irony. Written at a time when women were expected to remain silent and self-sacrificing, this short work pulses with quiet rebellion and razor-edged wit.

In the thrilling conclusion of the feminist trilogy that began with Moving the Mountain and Herland, we delve deeper into the captivating world created by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. Originally published serially in her periodical, The Forerunner, this story picks up as Vandyck Jennings and his wife, Ellador, return to America after their eye-opening experiences in the all-female utopia of Herland. In this new chapter, we explore the challenges and revelations they face as they reintegrate into a society that starkly contrasts with the harmonious world they left behind. Join us as we witness ...

The Yellow Wallpaper is a short story by American writer Charlotte Perkins Gilman. This semi-autobiographical story was first published in January 1892 in The New England Magazine. In this story, which was written after a severe bout of postpartum depression, Charlotte gives us a disturbing and surreal view of the deterioration of a woman's mental health and her descent into psychosis from her depression.

The story is a double play: is it the story of a woman going mad, or a woman possessed by something evil? We begin to suspect that the narrator’s apparently caring husband John may not be as caring as she thinks. Is he trying to control her? We know that Charlotte was much concerned with the emancipation of women and them achieving financial independence, so is the character of John an echo of this?

First published in 1892, The Yellow Wallpaper is a classic short story by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. It's an early work of feminist literature focused on a female protagonist and her relationship with husband John. A great work for studying and casual listening. This version of The Yellow Wallpaper has excellent narration and the highest quality of audio. All audio is engineered with careful attention to detail for your enjoyment of the story.

Moving the Mountain is a groundbreaking feminist utopian novel by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, first published in her periodical The Forerunner and later as a book in 1911. This work is a significant contribution to the wave of utopian and dystopian literature that emerged in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. As the first entry in Gilmans utopian trilogy, it sets the stage for her subsequent works, including the renowned Herland (1915) and its sequel, With Her in Ourland (1916). The story follows John Robertson, who, after being lost in Tibet for thirty years, returns to a ...

A new mother is brought by her doctor husband to a summer house to relax. He has determined that she suffers from a nervous condition. She is told to rest and she must have no intellectual or social stimulation. Her child and the house are taken care of by trusted others. She surreptitiously writes when no one is around. At first she is disturbed by the yellow wallpaper in the room she is staying in. when she requests another room, she is told that it is not good for her to have her whims attended to.

Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1860–1935) è stata una scrittrice, saggista e attivista statunitense, figura di spicco del femminismo americano.Critica nei confronti delle strutture patriarcali, sosteneva l'indipendenza economica delle donne, la riforma della famiglia tradizionale e una visione sociale più equa. I suoi racconti spesso uniscono satira, critica sociale ed elementi fantastici o psicologici.

Begeben Sie sich auf eine faszinierende Reise in eine verborgene utopische Gesellschaft in Charlotte Perkins Gilmans bahnbrechendem feministischen Roman. Als drei amerikanische Entdecker eine isolierte Zivilisation entdecken, die ausschließlich aus Frauen besteht, begegnen sie einer Welt, die jede Annahme über Geschlecht, Gesellschaft und menschliches Potenzial in Frage stellt.

Vi invitiamo a intraprendere un affascinante viaggio in una società utopica nascosta nel romanzo femminista rivoluzionario di Charlotte Perkins Gilman. Quando tre esploratori americani scoprono una civiltà isolata composta interamente da donne, incontrano un mondo che sfida ogni presupposto su genere, società e potenziale umano. Attraverso il loro punto di vista, esploriamo una cultura straordinaria che si è evoluta per duemila anni senza uomini - un luogo dove regna la pace, i bambini sono amati da tutti e la cooperazione sostituisce la competizione.

The three friends Van, Terry and Jeff are about to embark on a mission which will change their lives forever. They have heard of a place where only women live but they are more skeptics than believers. However they really do find such a place. And all their assumptions and stereotypes are shattered. The society that women have created is working more than perfectly. There are no wars, no domination nor conflicts. The three self-invited guests are however not welcome and are held captive for a few months.

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by Jessica Brown Findlay, Jamael Westman and Sheila Atim. 'The color is hideous enough, and unreliable enough, and infuriating enough, but the pattern is torturing' Written with barely controlled fury after she was confined to her room...

Art and life. Each the mirror of the other. This then is the classic definition of what ‘Realism’ as a writing form really is. Some might call it a fancy term for the mundane day to day pursuits but in the hands of an author it comes alive. We are drawn into characters and landscapes that we can empathize with, we can, metaphorically speaking, help shoulder their burden, be on the long trail with them whatever the landscapes, the hurdles, incidents and other people may place in their literary way.