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How Dostoevsky Portrays Women in His Novels: A Feminist Analysis
Author(s): Katherine Jane Briggs (Author)
- Publisher: Edwin Mellen Press Ltd
- Publication Date: 31 Oct. 2009
- Language: English
- Print length: 340 pages
- ISBN-10: 0773437746
- ISBN-13: 9780773437746
Book Description
A new conversation between 19th century Russian literature and present-day feminist theology is initiated through consideration of Dostoevsky’s art in relation to women and the Gospel. The biographical sketch describes Dostoevsky’s public life as a novelist and journalist, and also his private life as a husband and father, including the personal relationships and events in his life which may be supposed to have influenced his writing about women and children.
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A new conversation between 19th century Russian literature and present-day feminist theology is initiated through consideration of Dostoevsky’s art in relation to women and the Gospel. The biographical sketch describes Dostoevsky’s public life as a novelist and journalist, and also his private life as a husband and father, including the personal relationships and events in his life which may be supposed to have influenced his writing about women and children.
About the Author
Dr.Briggs was educated at Uttoxeter High School and the University of Birmingham, this author draws on her experience as a parent, school teacher and university lecturer with students of all ages and faiths.
