The heel of Achilles: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The heel of Achilles is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Delafield, E. M. (1890–1943).
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"The Heel of Achilles" by E. M. Delafield is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the character Lydia Raymond, a precocious and introspective twelve-year-old orphan who faces the complications of her new life with her aunts and grandfather after her mother’s death. The narrative explores themes of individuality, grief, and the quest for autonomy within the confines of family expectations and the rigidity of social norms. The opening of the novel introduces Lydia as she reflects on her status as an orphan, revealing her feelings of neglect amid the well-intended but suffocating care of her relatives. As the chapters unfold, Lydia grapples with the attention of her family members who are more concerned about their grief than her own feelings. The text provides a rich backdrop of early 20th-century British society, showcasing Lydia's keen observations about her relatives' behaviors and expectations. Through her experiences, we witness her attempts to carve out her own identity while navigating the complex dynamics of her new household, underlining her journey of self-discovery and assertion against the backdrop of familial obligations.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The heel of Achilles
- Author credits: Delafield, E. M. (1890–1943)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Bildungsromans
- Egoism -- Fiction
- England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
- Families -- Fiction
- Girls -- Fiction
- Mothers and daughters -- Fiction
- Orphans -- Fiction
- Young women -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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