Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale by Ida Glenwood

"Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale" by Ida Glenwood is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book intricately weaves fictional narratives with the backdrop of historical events, particularly focusing on the Civil War, as seen through the experiences of its characters. The main characters introduced include a stately lady and her daughter, Lillian, as well as the child, Phebe, who is intricately linked to the family's past and future. At the start of the novel, the scene is set on a stormy night at "Cliff House," where a heavily adorned woman anxiously awaits the arrival of her daughter, Lillian, who has just given birth. The mother is grappling with complex emotions and the repercussions of her decisions, which lead her to make harsh choices regarding her daughter's future. As the narrative progresses, it hints at themes of maternal love, loss, and identity, particularly through the character of Phebe, who is discovered to have origins tied closely to Lillian. The opening chapters establish a tone filled with tension and foreboding, setting the stage for the ensuing drama surrounding family bonds and the consequences of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Glenwood, Ida, 1829-1894
Editor Kirkland, Joseph, 1830-1894
Title Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale
Credits Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Christine Aldridge
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 35765
Release Date
Last Update Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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