The Inner Sisterhood by Douglass Sherley
The theme of The Inner Sisterhood by Douglass Sherley is the exploration of the inner lives and experiences of women throughout history and across cultures. The book delves into the ways in which societal expectations, gender roles, and cultural norms have shaped the inner worlds of women, often leading to feelings of isolation, oppression, and marginalization. Through a series of vignettes and short stories, Sherley brings to light the diverse experiences of women, highlighting their resilience, creativity, and strength in the face of adversity. The Inner Sisterhood is a powerful call to action, urging readers to challenge the status quo and work towards a more equitable and inclusive society for all.
By Douglass Sherley · First published 1987 · Genre: Fictional Autobiography, Drama, Historical Fiction · 7 chapters · 21,569 words
First lines
Just After The Ball.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Douglass Sherley
- Date: 1987 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fictional Autobiography, Drama, Historical Fiction, Social Commentary, Psychological Fiction
- Length: 21,569 words
- Structure: 7 chapters, 179 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fictional Autobiography — The book is a story narrated by a woman about her life experiences, making it an autobiographical work. However, the characters and events are fictional.
- Drama — The book explores the protagonist's struggles and emotional journey, primarily focusing on interpersonal relationships and societal expectations, which is characteristic of drama.
- Historical Fiction — The book portrays life in a particular historical period, where historical events and details of everyday life of the time period frame the narrative.
- Social Commentary — The book discusses issues such as societal norms, gender roles, and class division, using the narrative to shed light on and critique these social constructs.
Tags
sisterhood · female empowerment · friendship · self-discovery · personal growth · community · support · identity · relationships · women's issues · mental health · resilience
Contents
- A Bit of Sweet Simplicity In Blue
- A Dash of Jealousy and Hypocrisy Done up in Old Gold
- A Wild Fantasy In Garrulous Red
- The Cool Quiet Flirtatious Underglow Of a Green Opal
- A Symphony in Pink With Philistine Traces
- A Cold Gray Study
- An Olive Outline In Shades and Shadows Of a Clever Social Life