The Contract by Margaret Cavendish is a classic novel that explores the themes of gender roles, power dynamics, and social norms. The story follows a young woman named Lady Lucretia who is forced into an arranged marriage with a wealthy merchant named Lord Derby. Despite her initial reluctance, Lady Lucretia agrees to the marriage in order to secure her family's financial stability.As the story unfolds, Lady Lucretia begins to question the traditional...
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