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Burnett, Frances Hodgson
1849
1924
Townesend, Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett
Hodgson, Frances Eliza
The Shuttle
Produced by Charles Keller and David Widger
"The Shuttle" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores themes of cultural clash and personal struggle as it follows the life of Rosalie Vanderpoel, an American heiress who marries Sir Nigel Anstruthers, an English baronet. The narrative delves into the complexities of their relationship against the backdrop of differing societal expectations and personal ambitions. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to the concept of the "Shuttle," representing the connections being woven between America and England. The opening chapter depicts the historical context of the transatlantic ties, emphasizing the gap between the two worlds, yet hinting at the inevitable intertwining of their fates. Rosalie, described as a sweet-tempered and naïve young woman, enters into an international marriage that she believes will bring romance and excitement, but soon discovers the disillusionment that comes with her husband's domineering nature and her new life at Stornham Court, where she feels increasingly isolated and out of place. The implications of her marriage and the adaptability challenges she faces set the stage for the emotional journey that unfolds throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Sisters -- Fiction
Children of the rich -- Fiction
Americans -- England -- Fiction
Marriage -- Fiction
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Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
Browsing: Culture/Civilization/Society
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