Sink or swim? : a novel; vol. 3/3 by Mrs. Houstoun
"SINK OR SWIM?" by Mrs. Houstoun is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the tumultuous relationships of its main character, Honor Beacham, who navigates the complexities of her marriage while being surrounded by the seductive allure of London society and her feelings for Arthur Vavasour. As the narrative unfolds, themes of love, betrayal, and the struggle for self-identity in the face of societal expectations emerge. The
opening of the novel introduces us to Honor Beacham, who is ensnared in a lifestyle of excitement and superficial pleasures, in stark contrast to her duties as a wife. As she continues to engage in clandestine activities that delight her senses, primarily with Arthur Vavasour, she also grapples with the emptiness of her marriage to John Beacham. The initial chapters depict her emotional turmoil and the brewing conflict between her desires and the expectations of her home life, all while foreshadowing the impending consequences of her reckless decisions. The interactions with both her husband and her lover set the stage for a gripping exploration of passion and the consequences of societal judgments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Houstoun, Mrs. (Matilda Charlotte), 1815?-1892 |
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| Title | Sink or swim? : a novel; vol. 3/3 |
| Original Publication | London: Tinsley Brothers, 1868. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Sonya Schermann, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72562 |
| Release Date | Dec 31, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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