Cope under Scrutiny
The novel revolves around the life of a young woman who marries into an upper-class family and struggles to cope with their expectations and social pressures. She navigates her relationships with her husband's family members, particularly his mother, who embodies the societal norms and values that the protagonist finds suffocating.
By Henry Blake Fuller · First published 1894 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Epistolary · 2,801 words
First lines
An evening or two later Cope again corked his red ink and uncorked his black.
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Cope under Scrutiny is listed on Textopian as a short story by Henry Blake Fuller, dated 1894 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Henry Blake Fuller
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Epistolary, Coming-of-Age, Romance
- Length: 2,801 words
- Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work focuses on character development, introspection, and the exploration of social themes.
- Social Commentary — It critiques societal norms and expectations, particularly regarding class and personal identity.
- Epistolary — The narrative is conveyed through letters, providing insight into the characters' thoughts and relationships.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist navigates personal growth and self-discovery in a new environment.
Tags
American Literature · Novel · Social Commentary · Satire · Realism · Late 19th Century · Chicago Setting · Middle Class Life · Marriage and Relationships · Class Conflict · Social Hierarchy · Critique of Capitalism