Domesticated Bachelors and Femininity in Victorian Novels

Explore the intriguing intersection of gender and society in Jennifer Beauvais's insightful work, Domesticated Bachelors and Femininity in Victorian Novels. Published by McFarland & Co Inc in 2020, this thought-provoking book spans 198 pages and delves into the concept of the domesticated bachelor. Beauvais examines how the lines between public and private life blurred during the Victorian era, reshaping the discourse on masculinity in literature. Through a close analysis of classic novels such as Charlotte Brontë's Shirley, Mary Elizabeth Braddon's Lady Audley's Secret, and Robert Louis Stevenson's The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the evolving roles of men and women in society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature, gender studies, and the complexities of masculinity. Discover the rich narrative that Beauvais weaves, inviting you to rethink traditional gender roles in a historical context.