The Hand but Not the Heart; Or, The Life-Trials of Jessie Loring by T. S. Arthur

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Author Arthur, T. S. (Timothy Shay), 1809-1885
LoC No. 06003398
Title The Hand but Not the Heart; Or, The Life-Trials of Jessie Loring
Credits Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "The Hand but Not the Heart; Or, The Life-Trials of Jessie Loring" by T. S. Arthur is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores the complexities of love, jealousy, and societal expectations. The story revolves around Jessie Loring, a young woman caught between her feelings for the introspective Paul Hendrickson and the wealthier, more assertive Leon Dexter, showcasing the struggles of romantic entanglement. At the start of the book, early chapters set the stage for Jessie's emotional turmoil. Paul Hendrickson reveals his deep affection for Jessie to Mrs. Denison, who serves as his confidante, while Jessie herself grapples with her feelings in a quiet soliloquy. Meanwhile, Leon Dexter is depicted as both charming and assertive, capturing Jessie's attention yet potentially leading her towards a life she does not desire. As the narrative unfolds, themes of self-discovery and the weight of societal pressures emerge, suggesting a poignant exploration of what it means to choose love in a world filled with external expectations. Jessie's internal conflict and the interactions between these central characters hint at the complexity of romantic relationships in a morally intricate landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject Married women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject Marriage -- Religious aspects -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 4631
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Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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