Old Rose and Silver by Myrtle Reed
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"Old Rose and Silver" by Myrtle Reed is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Rose, a woman on the cusp of her fortieth birthday, reflecting on life, love, and what fulfillment truly means. Surrounded by her supportive Aunt Francesca and a cousin named Isabel, Rose navigates her feelings of longing and the complexities of love as she comes to terms with her past and present desires.
The opening of the novel introduces Rose as she listens to music, caught in her thoughts and emotions. It paints a vivid image of her beauty and her inner turmoil, suggesting her unfulfilled romantic life. As Rose interacts with Aunt Francesca, they engage in playful banter that hints at Rose's wistfulness regarding love and marriage. The arrival of her cousin Isabel sets the stage for their developing relationships and comedic moments. The atmosphere is rich with the warmth of familial bonds and introspection, establishing a blend of humor and sentimentality in exploring themes of love and self-identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Reed, Myrtle, 1874-1911 |
|---|---|
| Title | Old Rose and Silver |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Rose_and_Silver |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | American fiction -- 20th century |
| Subject | Musicians -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5401 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 327 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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