I Await the Devil's Coming
I Await the Devil's Coming
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2013
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2013162
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Butte, Montana • 1900s
2013
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
I Await the Devil's Coming is a pioneering 1902 autobiographical work by Mary MacLane, offering a candid exploration of an individual's thoughts, emotions, and aspirations. Through introspection and bold expression, MacLane navigates her experiences with self-discovery, desire, and societal constraints, seeking meaning and personal fulfillment in a world that challenges her unconventional spirit.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Dark
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I Await the Devil's Coming by Mary MacLane is celebrated for its raw and honest exploration of a young woman's psyche in the early 1900s. Reviewers praise its boldness and emotional depth, although some note its repetitive nature. Its introspective style and avant-garde approach offer a captivating, if at times intense, read.
Who Should Read I Await the Devil's Coming?
A reader captivated by introspective memoirs and bold feminist voices, akin to those in The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath, will relish I Await the Devil's Coming. They appreciate raw emotional honesty and explorations of identity and societal defiance in early 20th-century contexts.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Butte, Montana • 1900s
2013
Adult
18+ years
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