Scorn of Women by Jack London (1917)
The novel explores the theme of masculinity and the societal expectations placed on men during the late 19th century. It follows a young man who returns to his hometown after serving in the military, only to find that he has been replaced by younger, more aggressive men. As he navigates this new reality, he becomes increasingly disillusioned with the women in his life, whom he sees as having changed and become more materialistic. He begins to question the values of society and the role of women within it. The novel is a commentary on the changing social landscape of the time, particularly the rise of feminism and the decline of traditional masculine ideals. It explores themes of identity, morality, and the human condition through the protagonist's struggles with his own sense of self and purpose.
By Jack London · First published 1917 · Genre: Adventure, Drama, Western · 3 chapters · 51,438 words
First lines
Time of play, 1897, Dawson, Northwest Territory. It occurs in thirteen hours.
Freda Moloof: A dancer. / Floyd Vanderlip: An Eldorado king. / Loraine Lisznayi: A Hungarian. / Captain Eppingwell: United States government agent. / Mrs. Eppingwell: His wife. / Flossie: Engaged to marry Floyd Vanderlip / Sitka Charley: An Indian dog-driver. / Dave Harney: An Eldorado king. / Prince: A mining engineer. / Mrs. McFee: Whose business is morals. / Minnie: Maid to Freda Moloof. / Dog-punchers, couriers, miners, Indians, mounted police, clerks, etc.
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Scorn of Women is listed on Textopian as a play by Jack London, dated 1917 CE.
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- Work type: Play
- Author: Jack London
- Date: 1917 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Western, Romance, Historical Fiction
- Length: 51,438 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 3,491 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The narrative focuses on the challenges and exploits faced by the characters in a rugged environment.
- Drama — The story delves into the emotional and interpersonal conflicts among the characters.
- Western — The setting and themes are reminiscent of the frontier life and the struggles associated with it.
- Romance — There are elements of romantic relationships and their complexities within the plot.
Tags
Social Commentary · Feminism · Marriage · Societal Expectations · Class Struggle · Romance · Realism · Critique of Patriarchy · Victorian Era · Literary Fiction · Satire · Irony