The Well of Loneliness

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Trailblazing lesbian love against societal constraints.

If you've ever felt the sharp edge of being different or have empathy for those who do, "The Well of Loneliness" might resonate deeply with you. Radclyffe Hall's novel bravely examines the complexities of love and identity at a time when such topics were taboo. This isn't just a story; it's a piece of history that paved the way for LGBTQ+ literature. Its emotional depth and the protagonist's struggle for acceptance make it as relevant now as it was when first published.

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The Well of Loneliness

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ISBN: 9781840224559
Authors: Radclyffe Hall
Publisher: Wordsworth Classics
Date of Publication: 2024-08-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Romance
Related Topics: Historical Romance, Classics
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Stephen is an ideal child of aristocratic parents—a fencer, a horse rider and a keen scholar. Stephen grows to be a war hero, a bestselling writer and a loyal, protective lover. But Stephen is a woman, and her lovers are women. As her ambitions drive her, and society confines her, Stephen is forced into desperate actions. The Well of Loneliness was banned for obscenity when published in 1928. It became an international bestseller, and for decades was the single most famous lesbian novel. It has influenced how love between women is understood, for the twentieth century and beyond.
 

Trailblazing lesbian love against societal constraints.

If you've ever felt the sharp edge of being different or have empathy for those who do, "The Well of Loneliness" might resonate deeply with you. Radclyffe Hall's novel bravely examines the complexities of love and identity at a time when such topics were taboo. This isn't just a story; it's a piece of history that paved the way for LGBTQ+ literature. Its emotional depth and the protagonist's struggle for acceptance make it as relevant now as it was when first published.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.