Irresolute Catherine by Violet Jacob

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Author Jacob, Violet, 1863-1946
Title Irresolute Catherine
Note Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Paul Haxo with special thanks to the New York
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Summary "Irresolute Catherine" by Violet Jacob is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Catherine Dennis, a young woman on the brink of marriage who grapples with the contrasting influences of her past lover, Heber Moorhouse, and her fiancée, Charles Saunders. The opening chapters set a tone of conflict and tension as Catherine's choices lead her into a complex web of emotional dilemmas and societal expectations. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the pastoral setting where Heber, a shepherd, herds sheep and contemplates his past love, Catherine, who is about to be baptized. The scene shifts to a gathering at Bethesda, where Catherine's baptism becomes a public spectacle that angers Charles. This moment marks a critical juncture, revealing the volatile nature of their relationship and emphasizing Catherine’s emotional turmoil as she is torn between her ingrained upbringing and the desires of her heart. Susannah, a character internal to the drama, becomes pivotal in navigating the repercussions of the characters’ choices and the ensuing conflicts stemming from love, jealousy, and societal expectations, drawing readers into a compelling exploration of human relationships and choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Wales -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Shepherds -- Fiction
Subject Baptists -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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