The World Before Them: A Novel. Volume 2 (of 3) by Susanna Moodie
QR code
"The World Before Them: A Novel. Volume 2 (of 3)" by Susanna Moodie is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds in a quaint English setting and introduces readers to Dorothy, a young woman grappling with love, loss, and the encroachment of societal expectations. As Dorothy navigates her feelings for Gilbert Rushmere, who has achieved military promotion and seemingly forgotten her, the story deepens its exploration of
personal aspirations against the backdrop of broader social realities. The opening of the novel introduces us to Dorothy's life, highlighting her emotional ties to her deceased mother and her current position as a pupil in the home of Mr. Martin, the local curate. Her connection to Gilbert is defined by youthful dreams and nostalgia, set against the backdrop of a small village where social class and familial duties weigh heavily on personal decisions. As Gilbert’s fortunes rise, Dorothy's heart is left in turmoil, struggling to accept his apparent indifference to their past love. Fatigued by emotional weight, she finds solace in her duties and new relationships, particularly with the Martin family, all while confronting the harsh realities of life and societal expectations that threaten her hopes for happiness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Moodie, Susanna, 1803-1885 |
|---|---|
| Title | The World Before Them: A Novel. Volume 2 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Sue Fleming and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42145 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 336 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!