The Headswoman by Kenneth Grahame
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"The Headswoman" by Kenneth Grahame is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the unique premise of a young woman, Jeanne, who takes on the hereditary role of the executioner in a quaint medieval town. Set against a backdrop of societal norms and gender roles, the novel delves into themes of independence, ambition, and the challenges faced by women in pursuing careers traditionally deemed inappropriate for their gender.
In the story, Jeanne boldly claims her right to become the town's executioner after the death of her father. She defies societal expectations, asserting that she is both capable and deserving of this role, which provides her with artistic satisfaction and independence. As Jeanne navigates her dual identity as a professional executioner and a woman seeking love, her life intertwines with that of a young nobleman who becomes her reluctant client. Their relationship evolves as they challenge the conventions of their respective roles, culminating in an unexpected romance that reveals deeper insights into the nature of profession, identity, and personal desires. Ultimately, the novel combines humor with poignant commentary on the struggles faced by women in a patriarchal society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Grahame, Kenneth, 1859-1932 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Foster, Marcia Lane, 1897-1983 |
| Title | The Headswoman |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Shell, David Wilson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Satire |
| Subject | Executions and executioners -- Fiction |
| Subject | Sex role -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34243 |
| Release Date | Nov 8, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 418 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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