White Magic by Lucy Maud Montgomery
The novel revolves around a young woman who returns to her hometown after being away for several years and becomes embroiled in the lives of those she left behind. She finds herself drawn into a world of mysticism and spiritualism, which challenges her own beliefs and values. As she navigates this new reality, she must confront her own past and the secrets that have been hidden from her.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1919 · Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Coming-of-Age · 6,674 words
First lines
One September afternoon in the year of grace 1840 Avery and Janet Sparhallow were picking apples in their Uncle Daniel Sparhallow's big orchard. It was an afternoon of mellow sunshine; about them, beyond the orchard, were old harvest fields, mellowly bright and serene, and beyond the fields the sapphire curve of the St. Lawrence Gulf was visible through the groves of spruce and birch. There was a soft whisper of wind in the trees, and the pale purple asters that feathered the orchard grass swayed gently towards each other. Janet Sparhallow, who loved the outdoor world and its beauty, was, for the time being at least, very happy, as her little brown face, with its fine, satiny skin, plainly showed. Avery Sparhallow did not seem so happy. She worked rather abstractedly and frowned oftener than she smiled.
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White Magic is listed on Textopian as a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, dated 1919 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
- Date: 1919 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Historical Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama, Fantasy
- Length: 6,674 words
- Structure: 1 section, 113 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Romance — The central plot revolves around romantic relationships, unrequited love, and the complexities of attraction between characters.
- Historical Fiction — Set in 1840, the narrative reflects the social norms and cultural context of the time, particularly regarding marriage and gender roles.
- Coming-of-Age — The characters, particularly Janet, experience personal growth and self-discovery throughout the story, navigating their feelings and relationships.
- Drama — The story contains emotional conflicts and tensions, particularly surrounding love, jealousy, and societal expectations.
Tags
Fiction · Romance · Historical Fiction · Canadian Literature · Novel · Female Protagonist · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery · Love Story · Small Town Life · Family Drama · Social Class