The Oracles
The novel revolves around the lives of three women who are connected through their relationships with a charismatic and enigmatic figure known as The Oracle. The story explores themes of love, spirituality, and the complexities of human relationships. It delves into the inner workings of the female psyche, revealing the struggles and desires that lie beneath the surface. Through its exploration of these themes, the novel offers a nuanced portrayal of women's lives in the early 20th century, highlighting their agency, autonomy, and capacity for growth and transformation. The narrative is characterized by a lyrical and introspective tone, which creates a sense of intimacy and immediacy. The author's use of language is evocative and expressive, drawing the reader into the world of the novel. Ultimately, the story raises questions about the nature of truth, reality, and the human experience, leaving the reader to ponder the complexities of existence.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon · First published 1920 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Coming-of-Age · 10,482 words
First lines
You'll wonder, no doubt, at me having the daring to make what you might call a sort of romance out of her life -- now all's over. And, of course, it's not in my way at all. Not but what I've read enough of romance-books -- many's the many! My mother was always at me to lay them by and take up some bit of work that 'ud bring me in more in the end -- and yet, there's no doubt it was my readings and dreamings and such-like that brought me about Miss Lisbet's friendship, at the first, and that friendship was the making of me, one way and another, as mother never denied.
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The Oracles is listed on Textopian as a novella by Josephine Daskam Bacon, dated 1920 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Josephine Daskam Bacon
- Date: 1920 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Romance, Women's Fiction
- Length: 10,482 words
- Structure: 1 section, 184 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of friendship, duty, and personal growth through rich character development and introspective narrative.
- Historical Fiction — Set against the backdrop of the Civil War, the narrative reflects historical events and societal changes of the time.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist's journey from childhood to adulthood is central to the plot, highlighting personal transformation and the impact of relationships.
- Romance — Romantic relationships and the complexities of love are significant elements, particularly in the dynamics between the main characters.
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Fiction · Novel · Mystery · Thriller · Psychological Thriller · Supernatural Fiction · Paranormal Fiction · Occult Fiction · Spiritualism · Theosophy · Esotericism · Philosophical Fiction