| Author |
Evans, Augusta J. (Augusta Jane), 1835-1909 |
| Title |
St. Elmo
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"St. Elmo" by Augusta J. Evans is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story introduces us to Edna Earl, a young girl whose idyllic life is shattered when she witnesses a deadly duel that leaves a man dead. This traumatic event marks the beginning of Edna's journey through loss and loneliness, as she grapples with the concept of honor and morality in a world filled with violence and social injustice. The opening of "St. Elmo" presents a vivid depiction of Edna's peaceful life in the Tennessee countryside, quickly upturned by the brutal scene she stumbles upon. As she witnesses the aftermath of the duel, Edna's innocence is shattered, leaving her grappling with complex emotions about death and the morality surrounding dueling. The tragedy continues as she faces additional losses, including her beloved grandfather, and the emotional turmoil drives her to seek a new life away from the rapidly fading memories of her childhood. This opening portion sets the stage for a poignant exploration of character and society, as Edna transitions from the sheltered life of a child to confront the harsh realities of adulthood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
War stories
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction
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| Subject |
Alabama -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4553 |
| Release Date |
Oct 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 22, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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