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Title: Elsie Venner
Note: Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Elsie Venner" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a novel written in the mid-19th century that intertwines romance with elements of scientific inquiry. The story explores complex themes such as moral responsibility and inherited traits, primarily through the character of Elsie Venner, a young woman whose very nature is shaped by a pre-natal incident involving a rattlesnake. Set against a backdrop of New England's society, the narrative delves into psychological and ethical questions about the origin of evil and the influence of ancestry on personal conduct. The opening of "Elsie Venner" introduces readers to the philosophical underpinnings of the narrative through the author's reflections in the preface. Holmes conveys the idea that the story arises from a blend of artistic imagination and scientific thought, outlined within the framework of a "medicated novel," which hints at deeper psychological and moral critiques. The author hints at the conflicts that will arise from Elsie's unique condition and sets the stage by discussing the societal context of New England, touching on themes of class and morality, while also presenting the character dynamics that will unfold, especially regarding the relationships Elsie will have with others, including the young scholar Bernard Langdon. Holmes’ style is rich with detail and reflection, effectively laying the groundwork for the exploration of character and conscience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Holmes, Oliver Wendell, 1809-1894
EBook No.: 2696
Published: Sep 28, 2004
Downloads: 204
Language: English
Subject: Didactic fiction
Subject: Paranormal fiction
Subject: Predestination -- Fiction
Subject: Birthmarks -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Elsie Venner
Note: Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Elsie Venner" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a novel written in the mid-19th century that intertwines romance with elements of scientific inquiry. The story explores complex themes such as moral responsibility and inherited traits, primarily through the character of Elsie Venner, a young woman whose very nature is shaped by a pre-natal incident involving a rattlesnake. Set against a backdrop of New England's society, the narrative delves into psychological and ethical questions about the origin of evil and the influence of ancestry on personal conduct. The opening of "Elsie Venner" introduces readers to the philosophical underpinnings of the narrative through the author's reflections in the preface. Holmes conveys the idea that the story arises from a blend of artistic imagination and scientific thought, outlined within the framework of a "medicated novel," which hints at deeper psychological and moral critiques. The author hints at the conflicts that will arise from Elsie's unique condition and sets the stage by discussing the societal context of New England, touching on themes of class and morality, while also presenting the character dynamics that will unfold, especially regarding the relationships Elsie will have with others, including the young scholar Bernard Langdon. Holmes’ style is rich with detail and reflection, effectively laying the groundwork for the exploration of character and conscience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Holmes, Oliver Wendell, 1809-1894
EBook No.: 2696
Published: Sep 28, 2004
Downloads: 204
Language: English
Subject: Didactic fiction
Subject: Paranormal fiction
Subject: Predestination -- Fiction
Subject: Birthmarks -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.