Sylvia's Lovers — Volume 3 by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

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Author Gaskell, Elizabeth Cleghorn, 1810-1865
Title Sylvia's Lovers — Volume 3
Credits Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "Sylvia's Lovers — Volume 3" by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell is a novel written in the mid-19th century, completing the narrative of a dramatic and emotional story filled with themes of love, betrayal, and social constraints. The book centers on the main character, Sylvia Robson, who navigates the complexities of her life after marrying Philip Hepburn, while still tormented by her feelings for her former lover, Charley Kinraid, who re-enters her life unexpectedly. The opening portion of the book reveals a glimpse into the tumultuous domestic life of Sylvia and Philip following their marriage. While Philip is trying to provide a comfortable life for Sylvia, she struggles with her sense of identity and nostalgia for her past. Her feelings of indifference and listlessness are exacerbated by the memories of her father’s execution and her unresolved feelings for Kinraid. The narrative captures Sylvia's emotional turmoil and conflicting loyalties while illustrating her attempts to forge a new life amidst the shadows of her past. As she experiences moments of reprieve and joy with her child, the presence of Kinraid looms large, promising the potential for upheaval in her already fragile existence. This richly character-driven narrative invites readers to ponder the weight of choices and the consequences of love in the face of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Yorkshire (England) -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Women -- England -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 4536
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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