The Mother's Recompense, Volume 1 by Grace Aguilar
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| Author | Aguilar, Grace, 1816-1847 |
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| Title |
The Mother's Recompense, Volume 1
A Sequel to Home Influence |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Franks and the Distributed Proofreaders Team |
| Summary | "The Mother's Recompense, Volume 1" by Grace Aguilar is a novel written during the mid-19th century. This work serves as a sequel to Aguilar's previous tale "Home Influence," focusing on the domestic education and moral development of its characters, particularly exploring the dynamics of familial relationships and societal expectations. The narrative centers around Emmeline Hamilton as she navigates her struggle between personal desires and the influences of her mother's guidance, highlighting themes of maternal love and the challenges of growing up. The opening of the novel introduces us to a letter written by Emmeline Hamilton to her dear friend Mary Greville. Emmeline reflects on her discontentment upon moving from Oakwood to London, expressing feelings of melancholy and how her initial anticipation of city life has turned into anxiety. As Emmeline unveils her inner turmoil about adapting to her new environment, she reveals her struggles with friendship, her relationship with her mother, and her own perceptions of personal worth. Moreover, the narrative intricately depicts the comforting yet authoritative role of her mother, Mrs. Hamilton, who desires the best for her children, while Emmeline grapples with the lessons of humility, responsibility, and the importance of familial bonds amidst the allure of societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Mothers and daughters -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12361 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 49 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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