Phyllis Rose
Phyllis Rose is an American literary critic and author known for her works on Victorian literature and her explorations of literary life. She is perhaps best known for her book 'Parallel Lives: Five Victorian Marriages,' which examines the complexities of marriage among notable literary figures of the Victorian era. Rose has also written biographies and studies on figures such as Virginia Woolf and Josephine Baker, contributing significantly to the field of literary criticism and biography.
Books
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1. Parallel Lives: Five Victorian Marriages
This book delves into the intimate dynamics of matrimony in the Victorian era through the examination of five distinct marriages among prominent literary and intellectual figures of the time. By exploring the relationships of these influential couples, the work reveals the complexities and challenges of Victorian marriage, including the negotiation of traditional roles, the impact of societal expectations, and the personal struggles and triumphs that defined these partnerships. The text serves as both a historical exploration and a commentary on the evolving nature of love, commitment, and companionship, offering a nuanced perspective on the private lives that influenced public personas and cultural legacies.
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