Family Pride; Or, Purified by Suffering
A Tale of Love, Sacrifice, and Redemption in the 19th CenturyBy Mary Jane Holmes
Length18h 1m
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In "Family Pride; Or, Purified by Suffering," Mary Jane Holmes crafts a compelling narrative that delves into themes of social class, personal integrity, and the transformative power of suffering. Written in the mid-19th century, the novel embodies the melodramatic style characteristic of the period, utilizing rich, emotional language to explore the complexities of familial relationships and moral dilemmas. Holmes deftly intertwines the lives of her characters, revealing how societal expectations and personal values collide, ultimately leading to redemption through adversity. Mary Jane Holmes, a prominent American author of her time, often drew inspiration from her own experiences and the social issues that permeated her era. Renowned for her works that emphasize women's roles and moral fortitude, Holmes faced the societal constraints placed on women in the 19th century, which likely informed the conflicts present in her narratives. Her commitment to exploring the struggles of middle-class families reflects her deep engagement with both personal and collective identities amid changing societal norms. This novel is highly recommended for readers intrigued by 19th-century American literature, as it offers a nuanced exploration of the intersection between pride and humility. Holmes'Äô intricate characterizations and poignant themes resonate with contemporary discussions on social class and moral resilience, making it not just a historical artifact but a timeless reflection on the human condition.
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GenreRomance, General Fiction
Length18 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 10, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
30CHAPTER XXIX.: THE DINNER PARTY.
2CHAPTER I.: THE FARMHOUSE AT SILVERTON.
31CHAPTER XXX.: THE SEVENTH REGIMENT.
3CHAPTER II.: LINWOOD.
32CHAPTER XXXI.: KATY GOES TO SILVERTON.
4CHAPTER III.: WILFORD CAMERON.
33CHAPTER XXXII.: LITTLE GENEVRA.
5CHAPTER IV.: PREPARING FOR THE VISIT.
34CHAPTER XXXIII.: AFTER THE FUNERAL.
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6CHAPTER V.: WILFORD'S VISIT.
35CHAPTER XXXIV.: THE FIRST WIFE.
7CHAPTER VI.: IN THE SPRING.
36CHAPTER XXXV.: WHAT THE PAGE DISCLOSED.
8CHAPTER VII.: WILFORD'S SECOND VISIT.
37CHAPTER XXXVI.: THE EFFECT.
9CHAPTER VIII.: GETTING READY TO BE MARRIED.
38CHAPTER XXXVII.: THE INTERVIEW.
10CHAPTER IX.: BEFORE THE MARRIAGE.
39CHAPTER XXXVIII.: GETTING HOME.
11CHAPTER X.: MARRIAGE AT ST. JOHN'S.
40CHAPTER XXXIX.: THE FEVER AND ITS RESULTS.
12CHAPTER XI.: AFTER THE MARRIAGE.
41CHAPTER XL.: MORRIS' CONFESSION.
13CHAPTER XII.: FIRST MONTH OF MARRIED LIFE.
42CHAPTER XLI.: DOMESTIC TROUBLES.
14CHAPTER XIII.: KATY'S FIRST EVENING IN NEW YORK.
43CHAPTER XLII.: DISAPPEARED.
15CHAPTER XIV.: EXTRACTS FROM BELL CAMERON'S DIARY.
44CHAPTER XLIII.: WHAT FOLLOWED.
16CHAPTER XV.: TONING DOWN.
45CHAPTER XLIV.: MARK AND HELEN.
17CHAPTER XVI.: KATY.
46CHAPTER XLV.: CHRISTMAS EVE AT SILVERTON.
18CHAPTER XVII.: THE NEW HOUSE.
47CHAPTER XLVI.: AFTER CHRISTMAS EVE.
19CHAPTER XVIII.: MARIAN HAZELTON.
48CHAPTER XLVII.: GEORGETOWN HOSPITAL.
20CHAPTER XIX.: SARATOGA AND NEWPORT.
49CHAPTER XLVIII.: LAST HOURS.
21CHAPTER XX.: MARK RAY AT SILVERTON.
50CHAPTER XLIX.: MOURNING.
22CHAPTER XXI.: A NEW LIFE.
51CHAPTER L.: PRISONERS OF WAR.
23CHAPTER XXII.: HELEN IN SOCIETY.
52CHAPTER LI.: DR. GRANT.
24CHAPTER XXIII.: GENEVRA.
53CHAPTER LII.: KATY.
25CHAPTER XXIV.: THE NAME.
54CHAPTER LIII.: THE PRISONERS.
26CHAPTER XXV.: TROUBLE IN THE HOUSEHOLD.
55CHAPTER LIV.: THE DAY OF THE WEDDING.
27CHAPTER XXVI.: HOW IT ENDED.
56CHAPTER LV.: THE WEDDING.
28CHAPTER XXVII.: AUNT BETSY GOES ON A JOURNEY.
57CHAPTER LVI.: CONCLUSION.
29CHAPTER XXVIII.: AUNT BETSY CONSULTS A LAWYER.
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