Kept in the Dark
Kept in the Dark by Anthony Trollope, published by Oxford University Press in 1992, is a work of fiction that explores themes of jealousy, obstinacy, and marital estrangement. This edition spans 221 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on Cecelia Holt, a strong-minded woman who struggles with the consequences of not revealing her previous engagement to Sir Francis Geraldine to her husband, George Western. As the truth comes to light, their marriage faces significant challenges.
Readers will find a story that delves into the complexities of family life and the dynamics of marriage and divorce. The plot raises contemporary moral questions about the roles and expectations of wives within their marriages. Through its exploration of these themes, Kept in the Dark offers insights into the societal norms of its time, making it a relevant read for those interested in literary criticism and classic literature.
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Written in 1882, Kept in the Dark is a compelling story of jealousy, obstinacy and marital estrangement. Strong-minded Cecelia Holt cannot bring herself to tell George Western of her previous engagement to Sir Francis Geraldine. When her husband learns the truth, their marriage seems to be headed for disaster. The story has a painful contemporary moral which would today raise troubling questions regarding the submission of wives to their husbands.
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