By Any Other Name
By Any Other Name
Random House Publishing Group
Picoult, Jodi
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Discover a captivating tale of ambition and courage in By Any Other Name, a #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. This novel explores the challenges faced by women striving for recognition in worlds not built for them.
The story intertwines the lives of two women centuries apart. Emilia Bassano, a gifted Elizabethan woman, navigates a society where her voice is silenced. She devises a plan to bring her own play to the stage, using William Shakespeare as a front. In parallel, modern playwright Melina Green faces similar obstacles in a contemporary theater landscape, where her work is submitted under a male pseudonym to overcome prejudice.
This sweeping narrative, rooted in historical research, highlights the determination of women to create and be heard despite societal barriers. It's a powerful exploration of the sacrifices made for art and legacy.
By Any Other Name is a significant work of Historical Fiction and Literary Fiction, offering a compelling perspective on creativity and resilience.
