The Shield of Silence by Harriet T. Comstock
"The Shield of Silence" by Harriet T. Comstock is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds around the lives of Meredith Thornton, a young and beautiful woman awakening to reality, and Becky Adams, an older woman from a rugged mountain background, as they confront their intertwined destinies in the idyllic Ridge House. With themes of motherhood, societal expectations, and personal transformation, the book explores how their challenges converge
and evolve amidst the backdrop of the picturesque Southern mountains. At the start of the novel, Meredith Thornton's life seems dictated by the comforts of her upbringing, yet her marriage to George Thornton awakens her to deeper emotional truths and personal struggles. Meanwhile, Becky is determined to shield her granddaughter, Zalie, from the curses of their lineage, seeking help from Sister Angela at Ridge House. The narrative weaves through their lives, hinting at heavier themes of sacrifice, maternal instincts, and the search for identity, especially when Meredith prepares to confront the impending birth of her child. This opening portion sets a poignant tone, delving into intricate character dynamics and the complexities of love and duty as they navigate the trials ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Comstock, Harriet T. (Harriet Theresa), 1860-1943 |
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| Illustrator | Loughridge, George |
| Title | The Shield of Silence |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Children and adults -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18225 |
| Release Date | Apr 22, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 11, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 197 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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