Patriarchy and Incest from Shakespeare to Joyce

By: Jane Marie Ford

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

This fascinating book is a very extensive study of the subjects of patriarchy and incest in the works of William Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, Henry James, Joseph Conrad, and James Joyce. Many other works of literature by additional authors are also mentioned and discussed. We know of no other work that investigate these themes in literature so extensively. For any student or scholar was is studying these five great authors, this book is a "must read". Certainly, James Joyce is enigmatic but this book will help to shed some light onto the complex subjects and thoughts of this great writer. Jane Ford does not try to judge or present a firm opinion on what these great writers were writing in their classic works. Instead, she presents the reader with detailed information and thoughtful studies of how these sensitive topics of patriarchy and incest are woven into the great works of these great men. By reading Dr. Ford's book, one can gain new and illuminating insights into some of the greatest works of English literature.