The Woman Beater by Israel Zangwill
This novel explores the complexities of human relationships and societal expectations through the story of a man who struggles with his own violent tendencies towards women. The narrative delves into themes of masculinity, morality, and the consequences of unchecked emotions.
By Israel Zangwill · First published 1893 · Genre: Drama, Romance, Psychological Fiction · 6 chapters · 9,836 words
First lines
She came "to meet John Lefolle," but John Lefolle did not know he was / to meet Winifred Glamorys. He did not even know he was himself the / meeting-point of all the brilliant and beautiful persons, assembled in / the publisher's Saturday Salon, for although a youthful minor poet, he / was modest and lovable. Perhaps his Oxford tutorship was sobering. / At any rate his head remained unturned by his precocious fame, and / to meet these other young men and women -- his reverend seniors on / the slopes of Parnassus -- gave him more pleasure than the receipt of / "royalties. " Not that his publisher afforded him much opportunity of / contrasting the two pleasures. The profits of the Muse went to provide / this room of old furniture and roses, this beautiful garden a-twinkle / with Japanese lanterns, like gorgeous fire-flowers blossoming under / the white crescent-moon of early June.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Israel Zangwill
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Drama, Romance, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary, Tragedy
- Length: 9,836 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 168 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Drama — The narrative centers on intense emotional and interpersonal conflicts, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations.
- Romance — The plot revolves around romantic entanglements and the complexities of love, including unrequited affection and the pursuit of a forbidden relationship.
- Psychological Fiction — The story delves into the psychological motivations and inner turmoil of the characters, particularly focusing on the protagonist's emotional journey and moral dilemmas.
- Social Commentary — The narrative critiques societal norms and the institution of marriage, highlighting issues such as domestic abuse and the constraints placed on women.
Tags
Social Commentary · Realism · Psychological Insight · Marriage · Domestic Violence · Victorian Era · London Setting · Class Conflict · Family Dynamics · Morality · Ethics · Societal Critique