The White Sister

Name: The White Sister
Author: F. Marion Crawford

The story revolves around a young American woman who travels to Italy and becomes embroiled in a mystery surrounding a convent and a mysterious nun known as the White Sister. The protagonist uncovers dark secrets and deceit within the convent's walls, leading to a tragic confrontation.

By F. Marion Crawford · First published 1909 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Drama · 18 chapters · 103,070 words

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'I cannot help it,' said Filmore Durand quietly. 'I paint what I see. If you are not pleased with the likeness, I shall be only too happy to keep it.'

The Marchesa protested. It was only a very small matter, she said, a something in the eyes, or in the angle of the left eyebrow, or in the turn of the throat; she could not tell where it was, but it gave her niece a little air of religious ecstasy that was not natural to her. If the master would only condescend to modify the expression the least bit, all would be satisfactory.

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Work type: Novel
Author: F. Marion Crawford
Date: 1909 CE
Language: English
Genres: Literary Fiction, Romance, Drama, Historical Fiction, Psychological Fiction
Length: 103,070 words
Structure: 18 chapters, 1,729 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Genres

Literary Fiction — The book explores complex themes of love, morality, and societal expectations through rich character development and intricate prose.
Romance — The central plot revolves around the romantic tension between Angela and Giovanni, highlighting themes of love and personal choice.
Drama — The narrative is filled with emotional conflicts and dramatic events, particularly surrounding Angela's father's death and its impact on her life.
Historical Fiction — Set in a specific historical context, the story reflects the social norms and cultural dynamics of early 20th-century Italy.