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Title: Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 1
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 1" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds around the married couple, Mr. and Mrs. March, who contemplate taking a journey to Europe to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary. The story explores themes of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the rekindling of youthful aspirations as they navigate their domestic lives and the prospect of travel. The opening of the novel introduces us to March, an editor, who is coaxed into considering a much-needed break by his friend Fulkerson, who highlights the importance of rest and self-reflection. Initially resistant, March's thoughts turn to their anniversary trip—an idea that delights his wife but also causes him to feel ambivalent about leaving their familiar life behind. Their discussions reflect their dreams and worries about venturing abroad, with playful banter regarding their past experiences and the changes that time has wrought in their lives. Through this reflective dialogue, the text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their relationship, ambitions, and the fascinating world awaiting them beyond their doorstep. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920
EBook No.: 3371
Published: Oct 23, 2004
Downloads: 34
Language: English
Subject: Americans -- Europe -- Fiction
Subject: Transatlantic voyages -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 1
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 1" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds around the married couple, Mr. and Mrs. March, who contemplate taking a journey to Europe to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary. The story explores themes of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the rekindling of youthful aspirations as they navigate their domestic lives and the prospect of travel. The opening of the novel introduces us to March, an editor, who is coaxed into considering a much-needed break by his friend Fulkerson, who highlights the importance of rest and self-reflection. Initially resistant, March's thoughts turn to their anniversary trip—an idea that delights his wife but also causes him to feel ambivalent about leaving their familiar life behind. Their discussions reflect their dreams and worries about venturing abroad, with playful banter regarding their past experiences and the changes that time has wrought in their lives. Through this reflective dialogue, the text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their relationship, ambitions, and the fascinating world awaiting them beyond their doorstep. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920
EBook No.: 3371
Published: Oct 23, 2004
Downloads: 34
Language: English
Subject: Americans -- Europe -- Fiction
Subject: Transatlantic voyages -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.