Margret Howth: A Story of To-day by Rebecca Harding Davis
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| Author | Davis, Rebecca Harding, 1831-1910 |
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| Title | Margret Howth: A Story of To-day |
| Note | 1862 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Keller. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Summary | "Margret Howth: A Story of To-day" by Rebecca Harding Davis is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. It provides a vivid exploration of the struggles and aspirations of ordinary people, particularly focusing on social issues and the human condition in a contemporary setting. The narrative is centered around the life of Margret Howth, a young woman navigating the complexities of duty, sacrifice, and personal identity against the backdrop of a gritty industrial town. The opening of the novel sets a somber tone as the narrator presents the harsh realities of daily life during a turbulent period, emphasizing themes of resilience, hope, and the search for deeper meaning amid despair. We are introduced to Margret as she begins work in a woolen mill to support her struggling family, confronting both external challenges and her own feelings of loss. The significance of the ledger she finds, penned by a woman in the mill, hints at deeper connections to the lives of working-class women. Through vivid descriptions and poignant character interactions, the story delicately unearths Margret's internal conflict, her sense of duty, and her yearning for a life filled with love and potential amidst the shadows of her present circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 515 |
| Release Date | May 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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