The Curse Of Intellect (1895)
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ISBN10: 1165087871
ISBN13: 9781165087877
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 186
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165087877
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 186
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Curse of Intellect is a novel written by Gwendolen Cecil in 1895. The book explores the theme of intellectualism and its effects on individuals and society. It follows the story of a young woman named Margaret who is highly intelligent and ambitious. However, her pursuit of knowledge and success leads her down a path of isolation and loneliness.The novel also examines the societal pressures placed on women during this time period, as Margaret struggles to balance her desire for intellectual fulfillment with the expectations of her gender. As she navigates through her personal and professional life, Margaret faces challenges and obstacles that force her to question the value of her intellect and the sacrifices she has made to achieve success.The Curse of Intellect is a thought-provoking and introspective novel that delves into the complexities of the human psyche and the societal norms that shape our lives. It provides a unique perspective on the dangers of intellectualism and the importance of finding balance in one's pursuits.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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