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Before The Knowledge Of Evil

Before The Knowledge Of Evil

Elizabeth Braddon, Mary

Paperback

Literary Fiction

ISBN10: 9373053760
ISBN13: 9789373053769
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Feb 24 2026
Pages: 114
Weight: 0.36
Height: 0.27 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A candle flickers in a shadowed Victorian parlour, illuminating secrets too long consigned to silence. Against the backdrop of a society both dazzling and oppressive, a woman's voice rises-intimate, candid, and unafraid. Within these pages, the reader is transported into the heart of the Victorian era, witnessing the private world of one of its most intriguing literary figures. Drawing from the rich tapestry of 19th century autobiographies, this memoir reveals the inner life and personal history of a woman who defied convention and chronicled her own journey at a time when English women's memoirs were rare and often suppressed. Here, the lived experiences of the era come alive: the constraints and triumphs of Victorian women's lives, the shifting roles and expectations, and the quiet rebellions that shaped not only individual destinies but the broader story of English literary memoirs. The narrative is suffused with the unique perspective of a writer whose unpublished memoir has been sought after by scholars and enthusiasts alike, offering an unvarnished glimpse into the complexities of Victorian women's experiences. Readers will find themselves immersed in a world of ambition, resilience, and yearning-a world where the boundaries of propriety are both a prison and a challenge. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations, ensuring that the autobiography of Mary Elizabeth Braddon and the voices of her contemporaries are not lost to time. More than a simple reprint, this edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, appealing to those who cherish classic-collection rarities as well as those captivated by the untold stories of 19th century women's experiences. For anyone drawn to the intricate dance of memory and history, this restored volume stands as an enduring testament to the power of self-revelation.

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