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The Benefactress is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Von Arnim, Elizabeth (1866–1941).
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"The Benefactress" by Elizabeth Von Arnim is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds through the life of Anna Estcourt, a beautiful yet contemplative young woman entangled in her family's financial struggles and societal expectations. As she navigates her dependent life under the care of her wealthy sister-in-law, Susie, Anna grapples with her desire for independence, or lack thereof, and contemplates the triviality of existence. The opening of the novel introduces Anna at the age of twenty-five, who begins to question the value of her life filled with parties and social obligations as she becomes increasingly disillusioned. Much of her dissatisfaction stems from her sister-in-law's relentless reminders of their dependence on her wealth. Anna's complex feelings about love, marriage, and autonomy are further complicated by her brother Peter's indifferent philosophy and their family dynamics, which illuminate her struggles with identity and societal roles. It becomes apparent that her whimsical aspirations for finding independence clash with the expectations of those around her, setting the stage for Anna’s eventual confrontation with the opportunities and responsibilities that come with her impending inheritance.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Benefactress
- Author credits: Von Arnim, Elizabeth (1866–1941)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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