The Misses Mallett (The Bridge Dividing) by E. H. Young
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"The Misses Mallett (The Bridge Dividing)" by E. H. Young is a novel likely penned during the early 20th century. This work revolves around Rose Mallett, a young woman navigating her complex relationships, particularly with Francis Sales, who is infatuated with her despite her indifference. Set against a backdrop of pastoral beauty, the story explores themes of love, societal expectations, and the pursuit of personal freedom in a world constrained by tradition.
The opening of the novel introduces us to Rose riding through the picturesque English countryside, where she encounters Francis Sales. Their dialogue reveals a tension between them: Francis expresses his desire for a deeper connection, while Rose firmly asserts her lack of romantic feelings, preferring the allure of independence over the confines of marriage. Their exchange reflects Rose's internal conflict—her acknowledgment of societal pressures contrasts with her yearning for a life filled with adventure and self-discovery. As Rose grapples with her identity and her place in a social hierarchy dominated by family expectations, the stage is set for a narrative that explores her struggle against the limitations of her environment, including her eventual interactions with Francis's new wife, Christabel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Young, E. H. (Emily Hilda), 1880-1949 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Misses Mallett (The Bridge Dividing) |
| Credits | Suzanne Shell, Anne Reshnyk, cam, Delphine Lettau, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 8131 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2005 |
| Last Update | Jan 19, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 324 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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