商品簡介
In this study, Arnold (English, California State U., San Bernardino) traces the presence and meaning of jewelry in Victorian novels, including Little Dorrit, The Moonstone, and Vanity Fair. In close readings of the novels, she analyzes notions of identity, gender roles, and attitudes towards wealth and status. Theories of gift exchange form an organizing theme. Annotation c2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
作者簡介
Jean Arnold is a Lecturer in the Department of English at California State University, San Bernardino, California, USA.