The unlit lamp : A study in inter-actions by Elisabeth Sanxay Holding
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"The Unlit Lamp: A Study in Inter-Actions" by Elisabeth Sanxay Holding is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows young Vincelle, who has just arrived at a Staten Island dance in 1890, accompanied by his friend Pendleton. The opening suggests a focus on the dynamics of social interactions, as Vincelle navigates his place in an unfamiliar and vibrant social sphere, particularly in relation to the enchanting Claudine. The
beginning of the novel introduces Vincelle's discomfort as he enters the lively world of the Mason family's home, contrasting starkly with his more reserved upbringing. While initially skeptical and critical, he becomes captivated by Claudine, who exudes charm and animation. Their interactions reveal Vincelle's struggle with social expectations and his growing feelings for Claudine. As he assesses his surroundings and attempts to fit in, the narrative sets the stage for exploring themes of romance, identity, and the complexities of relationships within different social classes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Holding, Elisabeth Sanxay, 1889-1955 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 22018233 |
| Title | The unlit lamp : A study in inter-actions |
| Original Publication | United States: E. P. Dutton, 1922. |
| Credits | Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Marriage -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mothers-in-law -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70237 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-70237-7 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 457 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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