Victoria Glendinning
A Suppressed Cry: The Short Life of a Victorian Daughter
- ISBN 13:
- 9781844089161
- author:
- Victoria Glendinning
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Virago
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 1.2 x 19.7 cm
- Genre:
- Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A Suppressed Cry: The Short Life of a Victorian Daughter by Victoria Glendinning This poignant biography tells the story of Winnie Seebohm, a young woman who defied convention in late 19th-century England. Based on family papers and memories, Victoria Glendinning's book offers a unique insight into the life of a woman who was both loved and stifled by her family. Winnie's desire for independence and self-expression was curtailed by the societal norms of her time, leading to a tragic early death at the age of twenty-two. Glendinning's book is a powerful exploration of the constraints placed on women during this period and the enduring legacy of Winnie's story. Through her research, Glendinning sheds light on a fascinating period in history, revealing the complexities and nuances of life in Victorian England.
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