The Mistress of the Manse by J. G. Holland
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"The Mistress of the Manse" by J. G. Holland is a novel written in the late 19th century, capturing the complexities of love and domestic life in a pastoral setting. The narrative centers on the lives of Mildred and Philip, a newlywed couple navigating their roles as husband and wife amid the expectations of their community and the broader societal changes of their time. The opening of the novel introduces readers to
Philip and Mildred as they arrive at their new home, the Manse. In a series of vivid and hopeful reflections, Philip shows Mildred around their humble yet charming abode, emphasizing the significance of their shared life. Their domestic bliss is portrayed through poetic descriptions of their surroundings and their plans for a future filled with love, companionship, and possibly children. Amid the couple's initial joys, Mildred grapples with her own insecurities and societal perceptions that come with being a pastor's wife, foreshadowing the tensions that arise from her desire for individuality and growth alongside her husband's aspirations. This setup lays the groundwork for exploring themes of love, gender roles, and the connection between personal ideals and communal expectations as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Holland, J. G. (Josiah Gilbert), 1819-1881 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Mistress of the Manse |
| Contents | Prelude -- Love's experiments -- Love's philosophies -- Love's consummations. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13052 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 271 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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