Avery
The story revolves around a young woman named Avery who lives with her uncle and aunt in a small town in New England. She is an orphan and has been living with them since childhood. The novel explores themes of identity, class, and social status as Avery navigates her relationships with the people around her, including a wealthy suitor and a poor but kind young man. Through her experiences, the novel examines the limitations placed on women during this time period and the consequences of their choices.
By Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward · First published 1878 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 3 chapters · 23,826 words
First lines
"Oh, Pink! Mother _can't_ lift you. I would if I could. Yes, I know I used to --
"Molly, take the baby. Couldn't you amuse him, somehow? Perhaps, if you tried hard, you could keep him still. When he screams so, it seems to hit me -- here. It makes it harder to breathe. He cried 'most all night. And if you could contrive to keep Pink, too --
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Ward
- Date: 1878 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Social Commentary, Literary Fiction
- Length: 23,826 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 437 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The plot is set in a specific historical period and incorporates historical events and figures.
- Romance — The narrative focuses on romantic relationships and emotional connections between characters.
- Drama — The story involves intense character development and emotional themes.
- Social Commentary — The book addresses social issues and critiques societal norms of the time.
Tags
American Literature · 19th Century · Novel · Feminist Literature · Social Commentary · Women's Rights · Marriage · Family · Society · Class · Gender Roles · Romance