The Well of Loneliness by Radclyffe Hall
"The Well of Loneliness" is a groundbreaking novel that explores the life of a woman named Stephen Gordon, who identifies as a lesbian in early 20th century England. The story delves into the societal and personal struggles Stephen faces due to her sexual orientation, including isolation, rejection, and the struggle for acceptance. The novel is a plea for understanding and tolerance, shedding light on the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community during a time when their identities were largely misunderstood and stigmatized.
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- Published
- 1928
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- - Il Pozzo Della Solitudine
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- 7th on The Triangle’s 100 Best (The Publishing Triangle)
- 5541st on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 100 Great 20th Century English-language Works of Fiction by Women (Feminista!)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- 500 Must Read Books (The Daily Telegraph)
- 75 Books by Women Whose Words Have Changed the World (Women's National Book Association)
- 87 Books Written by Women That Are So Good, You Won't Be Able to Put Them Down (Pop Sugar)