James Stephens

The Charwoman's Daughter (Summarized Edition) (eBook, ePUB)

Enriched edition. A young woman's coming-of-age in working-class Dublin, where poverty, resilience, and a glint of magical realism shape family and self
Kommentar: Merriweather, Fiona / Redaktion: Quickie Classics

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Produktbeschreibung

Set amid early-twentieth-century Dublin's tenements, The Charwoman's Daughter follows Mary Makebelieve, a charwoman's child whose dutiful love for her mother and tentative romance awaken a fierce, imaginative resilience. Stephens blends fable and urban realism: the streets seem animate, yet the material pressures of hunger, work, and respectability remain palpable. Situated between the Celtic Twilight and the emerging documentary impulse of Dubliners, the novel's musical sentences, gentle irony, and sudden visionary turns probe class, gendered vulnerability, and the ethics of care without lapsing into mawkishness. James Stephens, Dublin-born poet and novelist, knew the city's speech and privations first-hand and absorbed the Irish Revival's faith in vernacular myth. Mentored by A. E. (George Russell) and trained by clerical work and journalism, he honed an ear for ordinary cadence; this book channels that apprenticeship into a humane portrait where imaginative consolation confronts civic constraint. Recommended to readers of Joyce and Yeats alike, this compact masterpiece offers a lyrical, unsentimental window onto working-class Dublin and a moving study of a young woman's dignity under pressure. Quickie Classics summarizes timeless works with precision, preserving the author's voice and keeping the prose clear, fast, and readable-distilled, never diluted. Enriched Edition extras: Introduction · Synopsis · Historical Context · Brief Analysis · 4 Reflection Q&As · Editorial Footnotes.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Quickie Classics
• Seitenzahl: 66
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Januar 2026
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547882886
• Artikelnr.: 76338943

Autorenporträt

James Stephens (1882-1950) was an Irish novelist and poet, celebrated for his contribution to the Irish literary renaissance. He was born in Dublin and was an orphan by the age of two. Despite a lack of formal education, Stephens demonstrated an avid interest in literature. His poetic voice and unique narrative style capture the lives of ordinary people and infuse mythological elements with a modern sensibility. Best known for works such as 'The Crock of Gold' and 'Irish Fairy Tales,' Stephens's writing weaves wit, wisdom, and a deep understanding of human nature. A chief example of his narrative prowess is found in 'The Charwoman's Daughter' (1912), a novel that showcases his ability to draw complex characters with compassion and humor. It tells the story of Mary Makebelieve, a young woman's experiences and imaginings in the slums of Dublin. Stephens's work is an essential part of the Irish literary canon, embodying the vibrant spirit of Ireland while exploring universal themes that resonate across cultures and time. His literary style is marked by a blend of lyrical prose, keen social observation, and a rich use of allegory, setting him apart as a significant figure in 20th-century literature.