Madam: A Novel by Mrs. Oliphant
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"Madam: A Novel" by Mrs. Oliphant is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. This novel intricately explores the complex dynamics of family life, focusing on the character of Rosalind and her relationship with her stepmother, Madam Trevanion. The story delves into themes of love, loyalty, and the difficult balance of domestic happiness amid personal and familial turmoil. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a finely
set drawing-room in a country house, creating an atmosphere of warmth and comfort, yet filled with an undercurrent of tension. The young protagonist, Rosalind, is depicted as anxious and troubled, searching for her mother while suppressing her fears and doubts. Her father's sharp temper adds to her distress, as he berates Madam for her perceived neglect. The narrative unfolds Rosalind's inner conflict—the tension between her love for her stepmother and the disturbing whispers of suspicion regarding her mother's fidelity, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of trust and betrayal as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 |
|---|---|
| Title | Madam: A Novel |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55125 |
| Release Date | Jul 16, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 378 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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