PoetryDreamsOlive Schreiner
Poetry

Dreams

by Olive Schreiner

Set in the African landscape, these allegorical tales explore profound themes through dream sequences.

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About this book

"Dreams" by Olive Schreiner is a collection of eleven short stories published in 1890. Set in the African landscape, these allegorical tales explore profound themes through dream sequences. The collection's most notable story follows a woman's journey through three fragmented dreams, depicting the struggles between Man and Woman, the quest for Freedom guided by figures like Truth and Reason, and visions of a harmonious future. Through symbolic characters and metaphorical crossings, Schreiner examines gender expectations, male dominance, and the difficult path toward equality and freedom.

Details

Format
EPUB
Language
English
Length
62 pages
Published
1 January 1890