The House of Helen by Corra Harris
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| Author | Harris, Corra, 1869-1935 |
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| Title | The House of Helen |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The House of Helen" by Corra Harris is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the small town of Shannon, Georgia, focusing on the life of the main character, Helen Adams, as she navigates the complexities of love, societal expectations, and personal aspirations during a transformative period in her life. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of the town of Shannon, described as a quaint place flourishing after the Civil War, filled with flower-laden homes and traditional values. We are introduced to the dynamics of Helen's family and her social environment, as well as her budding relationship with George Cutter, the son of a local banker. The narrative establishes Helen as a young woman of promise, whose innocence and aspirations are at odds with the expectations placed upon her by her community and family. As the plot unfolds, tensions around her marriage with George and the accompanying challenges of love in a changing society begin to emerge. The beginning sets the stage for Helen's journey, filled with the hopes and trials that define her character and life choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Married women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Georgia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | American fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60169 |
| Release Date | Aug 25, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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