Their Silver Wedding Journey — Complete by William Dean Howells

"Their Silver Wedding Journey — Complete" by William Dean Howells is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the March couple, particularly the editor March and his wife, as they contemplate embarking on a journey to Europe to commemorate their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. This journey is framed not just as a leisure trip but also as a chance for the couple to reconnect with their younger selves and reminisce about their early days together. The opening portion of the novel introduces us to the Marches and their discussions about taking a trip abroad, prompted by various external pressures including health and the insistence of their friends. March, initially resistant to the idea, reflects on their past and the changes in their lives since they first traveled to Europe. The dialogue reveals their contrasting opinions about the trip, showcasing a blend of humor and introspection. As the couple debates the pros and cons, they also engage in dreamy reminiscences about their youth, setting the stage for both an exploration of their relationship and the broader themes of aging, nostalgia, and the nature of happiness. The narrative points towards a larger journey, both geographically and emotionally, as they prepare to set sail. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920
Title Their Silver Wedding Journey — Complete
Credits Produced by David Widger
Reading Level Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Americans -- Europe -- Fiction
Subject Transatlantic voyages -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 4646
Release Date
Last Update Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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