Marie Grubbe, a Lady of the Seventeenth Century

Language: EnglishPublished: June 4, 2017

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Biographical fiction Grubbe, Marie, approximately 1640-1718 Fiction Women Denmark History 17th century

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Literature History - General Biographies - 1

Authors:

Jacobsen, J. P. (Jens Peter)
1847 - 1885
Larsen, Hanna Astrup
1873 - 1945

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In an era marked by rigid social hierarchies and the burgeoning influence of individual agency, "Marie Grubbe, a Lady of the Seventeenth Century" by J. P. Jacobsen unveils the life of a young noblewoman caught between duty and desire. As Marie grapples with the constraints of her aristocratic lineage and the pursuit of personal happiness, she embodies the struggle for autonomy in a world governed by tradition. This historical novel intricately explores themes of societal expectations and the quest for self-identity, making it essential reading for students and historians alike. Delve into the rich tapestry of 17th-century Denmark, where every choice reverberates through the corridors of power and privilege.