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Excerpt: "Out in the London Square a dismal November fog mingled with the gathering twilight, and blotted out the trees and the opposite houses. Mrs. Trelawney's drawing-room, where the fire burnt clear, and the softly shaded lamps shed a subdued light, was very pleasant by contrast. Mrs. Trelawney herself sat on one side of the fire in a low seat, beside which a small table was drawn up, covered with multi-colored silks for the embroidery she held. "Are you very busy just now?" she asked presently of a man who sat leaning back in an arm-chair opposite her on the other side of the table. "Busy? Stevens is never busy," her husband assured her. He rose lazily from the sofa as he spoke, and sat down on the arm of his wife's chair. "He sits in his den before a good fire, with a novel in one hand, and the editorial cigar in the other; and that's what he calls hard work!" Stevens groaned. "May you never do anything harder! You don't mention the kind of novel over which I'm usually to be found gnashing my teeth!" "Poor man! as bored and savage as all that?" Mrs. Trelawney asked, smiling. "But you get a good one sometimes, of course." "Once in three months, perhaps. Oh! there are mitigations of misery, I allow. Last night, for instance, I reviewed a book that interested me. It was good; very good," he added, meditatively."
Excerpt: "Out in the London Square a dismal November fog mingled with the gathering twilight, and blotted out the trees and the opposite houses. Mrs. Trelawney's drawing-room, where the fire burnt clear, and the softly shaded lamps shed a subdued light, was very pleasant by contrast. Mrs. Trelawn...
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Netta Syrett (1865-1943) was a pioneering British author and playwright whose works often explored themes of women's independence and social constraints. Born in London, Syrett was part of the literary circle that included luminaries like Henry James and Thomas Hardy. Her early career was marked by her association with the Yellow Book, a periodical known for its avant-garde and often controversial content, which positioned her at the heart of the fin-de-siècle literary scene.Syrett's writing was revolutionary for its time, delving into issues of gender and sexuality with a frankness that was rare among her contemporaries. She was a vocal advocate for women's rights, and her stories frequently featured strong, complex female protagonists who defied societal expectations. This progressive stance not only made her a significant figure in the New Woman movement but also influenced later feminist writers.One of the more intriguing aspects of Syrett's life was her relationship with the artist and writer Charles Ricketts, which sparked rumors and added a layer of mystique to her public persona. Despite facing criticism and censorship, Syrett remained undeterred, continuing to produce works that challenged the status quo.Her contributions extend beyond literature; she was a respected educator and a mentor to younger writers, helping to shape the literary landscape of her time. Today, Syrett's legacy is celebrated for its bold exploration of themes that remain relevant, making her a fascinating figure for modern readers interested in the intersections of literature, gender, and social change.
Netta Syrett (1865-1943) was a pioneering British author and playwright whose works often explored themes of women's independence and social constraints. Born in London, Syrett was part of the literary circle that included luminaries like Henry James and Thomas Hardy. Her early career was marked ...
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