The Tenant of Wildfell Hall

Interesting Facts

• The book is considered one of the first feminist novels as it raises questions of women's independence and rights.
• The main character, Helen Graham, leaves her alcoholic husband, which was an extremely bold move for a woman in the Victorian era.
• The novel was published under the pseudonym 'Acton Bell' because female writers of the time often used male pseudonyms to have their work taken seriously.
• The book sparked much controversy and criticism in society due to its bold themes and realistic depiction of marriage and alcoholism.
• The novel is written in an epistolary format, which gives it a special depth and allows for a better understanding of the characters' inner worlds.