Publisher's Synopsis
Streaks of Life is a novel written by Ethel Smyth in 1921. The story follows the life of a young girl named Griselda Heron, who is orphaned at a young age and is taken in by her wealthy aunt and uncle. Griselda grows up in a privileged environment but feels suffocated by the expectations placed upon her by her family and society. As she navigates through her teenage years, Griselda rebels against the constraints of her upbringing and seeks to find her own path in life. She becomes involved in the suffragette movement and falls in love with a young activist, but their relationship is complicated by their differing views on the role of women in society. Throughout the novel, Griselda struggles to reconcile her desire for independence with her loyalty to her family and the expectations of her gender. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters who challenge her beliefs and help her to grow as a person. Streaks of Life is a thought-provoking exploration of gender roles, social norms, and the struggle for self-discovery in early 20th century England. Smyth's writing is engaging and insightful, and her characters are complex and relatable. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in feminist literature and the history of women's rights.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.
