Discipline - Brunton, Mary
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Mary Brunton's "Discipline" offers a captivating glimpse into the social expectations and romantic entanglements of 19th-century life. Through the intimate lens of an epistolary novel, the story explores the challenges faced by a young woman navigating the complex landscape of marriage and social class. This carefully prepared edition of a classic work of domestic fiction provides a window into a world where personal desires clash with societal norms. The female protagonist's journey touches upon timeless themes of conduct, choice, and the search for happiness within the constraints of her…mehr

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Mary Brunton's "Discipline" offers a captivating glimpse into the social expectations and romantic entanglements of 19th-century life. Through the intimate lens of an epistolary novel, the story explores the challenges faced by a young woman navigating the complex landscape of marriage and social class. This carefully prepared edition of a classic work of domestic fiction provides a window into a world where personal desires clash with societal norms. The female protagonist's journey touches upon timeless themes of conduct, choice, and the search for happiness within the constraints of her era. Readers interested in historical romance, literary fiction, or stories centered on women's experiences will find "Discipline" a compelling and thought-provoking read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Mary Brunton (1778-1818), born Mary Balfour, was a Scottish novelist best known for her works that explore themes of moral growth, personal responsibility, and the struggles of women in the societal constraints of the early 19th century. She was the daughter of Colonel Thomas Balfour of Elwick, a British Army officer. Her father's position allowed her a comfortable upbringing and an education that included both the classical and literary works of the time. Brunton's writing reflects her deep engagement with moral issues, particularly around self-discipline and the consequences of unchecked emotions and desires. Her most famous work, Self-Control (1811), explores the inner conflict of a young woman torn between passion and rationality, illustrating the importance of self-mastery in navigating relationships and societal expectations. In Discipline (1814), she examines the transformation of a spoiled young woman who must learn the hard lessons of responsibility and moral growth following personal and family tragedy. After marrying the Reverend Alexander Brunton, she became known as Mary Brunton. Despite her early death, Brunton's novels, particularly Self-Control and Discipline, remain important contributions to early 19th-century literature, offering keen insights into human psychology, gender roles, and the moral expectations of women during her time.