Confession; Or, The Blind Heart. A Domestic Story by William Gilmore Simms

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Author Simms, William Gilmore, 1806-1870
Title Confession; Or, The Blind Heart. A Domestic Story
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Summary "Confession; Or, The Blind Heart. A Domestic Story" by William Gilmore Simms is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the complexities of personal relationships and emotional struggles, primarily focusing on the main character, Edward, whose upbringing as an orphan under the care of indifferent relatives shapes his character and influences his interactions with others, particularly with Julia, his cousin and love interest. The opening of the narrative introduces Edward's early life, marked by neglect and feelings of scorn from his relatives. As he grows, he forms a bond with Julia and a friendship with William Edgerton, which acts as a refuge from his tumultuous emotions and the harshness of his environment. The text reveals Edward's internal conflicts, including his feelings of jealousy and suspicion that complicate his relationships. His transition into adulthood sees him aspiring to be a lawyer while grappling with his emotional blindness, which leads to misunderstandings with Julia and resistance to his uncle's authority. The themes of love, pride, and the trials of being misunderstood set the stage for further developments in Edward's quest for personal and emotional fulfillment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Domestic fiction
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EBook-No. 6059
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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