Publisher's Synopsis
Man-Woman: Or The Temple, The Hearth, The Street is a novel written by the renowned French author, Alexandre Dumas. The book, published in 1873, explores the themes of gender roles, sexuality, and social norms in 19th century France. The story revolves around the character of Louise, a young woman who defies societal expectations by dressing and behaving like a man. Louise's unconventional behavior challenges the traditional gender roles of her time and leads her to confront the limitations placed on women in society. The novel also follows the lives of other characters, including Louise's love interest, who struggle with their own desires and societal expectations. Through its complex characters and intricate plot, Man-Woman: Or The Temple, The Hearth, The Street offers a thought-provoking commentary on gender and sexuality in 19th century France. Dumas' writing style is engaging and vivid, making the novel a captivating read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of gender and social norms in the past.With A Memoir Of The Author.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.