Flora Adair; or, Love Works Wonders. Vol. 1 (of 2) by A. M. Donelan
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"Flora Adair; or, Love Works Wonders. Vol. 1 (of 2)" by A. M. Donelan is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of Rome, the story follows the emotional and relational struggles of Flora Adair, a young woman caught between the expectations of society and her own deep desires for passionate love. The narrative explores themes of love, duty, and self-identity, primarily through the interactions between Flora,
her devoted mother, and a cast of other characters, including the enigmatic Mr. Earnscliffe, who complicates Flora's understanding of love itself. The opening of the book introduces us to Flora and her mother, presented in a drawing-room in Rome, where their dynamic and the challenges they face within their social context begin to unfold. We learn about Flora's listlessness and longing for a deeper existence, contrasted with her mother's gentle devotion. As they prepare for a croquet match with friends, the conversation hints at the complexities of societal expectations concerning love and beauty. The introduction of Mr. Earnscliffe during this gathering sets the stage for the unfolding romance and emotional turmoil that will likely characterize Flora's journey throughout the novel, suggesting a blend of comedy and tragedy as she navigates her relationships in search of profound happiness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Donelan, A. M. |
|---|---|
| Title | Flora Adair; or, Love Works Wonders. Vol. 1 (of 2) |
| Credits |
Produced by Petra A, Dianna Adair and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43498 |
| Release Date | Aug 18, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 379 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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