Wives and Widows; or, The Broken Life by Ann S. Stephens
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"Wives and Widows; or, The Broken Life" by Ann S. Stephens is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a sensitive young girl who faces life-altering changes after the death of her mother, leading her to be taken in by her guardian's wealthy family. The opening chapters suggest themes of loss, friendship, and the struggle for belonging, as the protagonist navigates a new life filled with affection
and complex social dynamics. At the start of the novel, the young protagonist reflects on her deep loneliness following the death of her mother, poignantly conveying her emotional state as she prepares to leave her childhood home. After being welcomed into the home of Mr. Olmsly, her guardian, she encounters his kind daughter, Miss Olmsly, and a handsome guest, Mr. Lee. Their presence offers her comfort, yet she grapples with the painful memories of her past, feeling torn between her old life and the new opportunities that arise. The opening sets the stage for a rich exploration of love, loyalty, and the complications of human relationships as she finds herself intertwined in their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stephens, Ann S. (Ann Sophia), 1810-1886 |
|---|---|
| Title | Wives and Widows; or, The Broken Life |
| Credits |
Produced by Roberta Staehlin, Pat McCoy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36374 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 514 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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