Books by Dennis Walder

This work provides a starting point for understanding gender in the novels of this period. It explores the place of fiction in constructing gender identity within society at large, considering "Madame Bovary", "Portrait of a Lady" and "The Woman in White".

* Guides the reader through historical, linguistic and theoretical issues. * Avoids jargon and generalization. * Offers detailed case studies of literary texts by a wide range of writers. * Provides a clear and provocative account.