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  • Theodore Savage: A Story of the Past or the Future

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    If it had been possible for Theodore Savage to place on record for those who came after him the story of his life and experiences, he would have been the first to admit that the interest of the record lay in circumstance and not in himself. From beginning to end he was much what surroundings made of him; in his youth the product of a public school, Wadham and the Civil Service; in maturity and age ... Read more

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  • William An Englishman

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    The story follows William Tully, a mild-mannered and somewhat naive Englishman who becomes involved in political activism. Prior to the war, William is largely indifferent to the world around him, but he is drawn into the socialist movement through his association with a more politically passionate woman, Griselda. The couple marries and decides to honeymoon in Belgium, unaware that the outbreak ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

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  • Theodore Savage A Story of the Past or the Future

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    In "Theodore Savage," Hamilton explores themes of social change, technology, and the human condition. The novel presents a speculative narrative that oscillates between two timelines: one set in the past and one set in the future. Through this dual narrative structure, Hamilton examines the parallels and contrasts between different eras and explores the impact of technological advancements on ... Read more

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  • William—An Englishman

    Enriched edition. Struggling Against Society: A Tale of War and Injustice in Early 20th-Century England

    by Cicely Hamilton, Cecilia Pendleton ...
    Cicely Hamilton's "William'—An Englishman" explores the tumultuous period of World War I through the eyes of its protagonist, William, an everyman navigating the tumult of duty, morality, and the ravages of war. Hamilton's prose is marked by a deft blend of realism and lyrical introspection, capturing the emotional landscape of a society at a crossroads. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly ... Read more

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  • William-An Englishman

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    William Tully is an unremarkable English clerk, passing his mundane and well-ordered life by doing what others tell him and trying to live up to their expectations. But when his mother passes away suddenly, William finally decides to take control of his own life and discover his purpose in the world.Inspired by a coworker's advice, William becomes immersed in political activism and eventually ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Theodore Savage

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    Theodore Savage opens with the title character, an office worker enjoying a comfortable life, anticipating his wedding. There are rumors of impending war; the people are excited, sure of their cause. When the war finally begins, Savage is called away to manage food distribution. But disaster soon follows as total war is unleashed on the country. As he adapts to a hard new life of man against man, ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Marriage as a Trade

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    "Marriage as a Trade" by Cicely Hamilton is a thought-provoking exploration of the institution of marriage, critiquing the societal norms that bind women to traditional roles. Hamilton presents marriage not merely as a romantic union but as a transactional arrangement, where women often sacrifice their independence for security. Through her sharp wit and keen observations, she challenges the ... Read more

    $1.31 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • William—An Englishman

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    In "William—An Englishman," Cicely Hamilton presents a poignant narrative that navigates the complexities of nationalism and identity against the backdrop of World War I. The novel showcases Hamilton's distinctive literary style, characterized by its insightful character development and lyrical prose, which invites readers to engage deeply with the moral dilemmas faced by its protagonist, William, ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Votes for Women

    and Other Plays

    by Susan Croft, Elizabeth Robins, Helen Margaret Nightingale, Alice Chapin, Cicely Hamilton, Chris St John ...
    A collection of the best suffrage plays, introduced and set in an historical context by Dr Susan Croft together with an expert chronology of suffrage drama.The astonishing women involved in the Actresses Franchise League set up their own theatre companies and engaged with the battle for the vote by writing and performing campaigning plays all over the country. They launched themselves onto the ... Read more

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  • William—An Englishman

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    William-An Englishman follows William Tully, a quiet and unassuming clerk whose life is upended by the death of his domineering mother. Freed from her control, William begins to search for purpose beyond his previously sheltered existence. His encounter with Faraday, a passionate socialist deeply involved in political activism, inspires him to explore the possibilities of a life dedicated to ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • William—An Englishman (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. An Anti-War Feminist Novel of Edwardian Idealism, Suffrage Politics, and the German Invasion of Belgium

    by Cicely Hamilton, Maeve Westcroft ...
    Cicely Hamilton's William—An Englishman is a stark anti-war novel that follows William Tully, a well-meaning but complacent English radical, and his wife Griselda as their abstract political idealism is shattered by the German invasion of Belgium in 1914. Written in a lucid, ironic, and unsentimental style, the book moves from Edwardian debates over socialism, suffrage, and pacifism into the ... Read more

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  • Marriage as a Trade

    Challenging Gender Norms and Marriage Expectations in Edwardian England

    by Cicely Hamilton ...
    In her groundbreaking work "Marriage as a Trade," Cicely Hamilton employs a blend of sharp wit and incisive social commentary to critique the institution of marriage in early 20th-century Britain. Through a series of poignant essays, Hamilton explores the economic and social implications of marriage, arguing that it is often treated as a transactional arrangement rather than a partnership based on ... Read more

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