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Wilcox, Ella Wheeler
1850
1919
Wheeler, Ella
02019586
Three Women
Reading ease score: 85.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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"Three Women" by Ella Wheeler Wilcox is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work delves into themes of love, commitment, and the complexities of relationships as it unfolds the intertwined lives of its main characters: Maurice Somerville, Roger Montrose, Mabel Lee, and Ruth Somerville. The narrative is likely to explore the struggles and pitfalls of romantic idealism, revealing the societal expectations placed on men and women in their pursuit of happiness. The opening of the novel sets the stage in a quaint summer locale where two friends, Maurice and Roger, are reunited. As they drive through the countryside, their conversation reveals contrasting philosophies on love and life. Roger exhibits a sense of disillusionment, having pursued pleasure and adventure but feeling empty, while Maurice exudes a more optimistic approach, urging Roger to seek a meaningful life that includes love and family. The arrival of Mabel Lee, a virtuous and charitable young woman, stirs new emotions in Roger, hinting at the romantic entanglements that will unfold. Meanwhile, Ruth Somerville, Maurice's sister, quietly observes, hinting at her own feelings and the dynamics that will play out among the three women in their lives. The stage is thus set for a complex drama of passion, self-discovery, and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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