
For Woman's Love
By Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte SouthworthLength13h 21m
About this audiobook
In "For Woman's Love," Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth explores the intricate dynamics of love and sacrifice through the lens of 19th-century American society. This novel combines melodrama with richly painted character portrayals, allowing readers to delve deeply into the emotional landscapes faced by women of the era. Southworth's narrative style is imbued with sentimentality, reflecting the genre conventions of her time while addressing themes such as gender roles, agency, and social morality. The book captures the pervasive struggle of women against societal constraints, showcasing the tension between love and duty amidst a backdrop of romantic trial and tribulation. Southworth, a prominent abolitionist and women's rights advocate, draws upon her own experiences and the larger socio-political climate of her time to inform her writing. Living in an era of burgeoning feminism, she utilized her novels not only as a form of entertainment but also as a vehicle for social commentary and reform. Her background as a writer for magazines and her extensive literary output positioned her as a leading voice in the women's literary movement of the 19th century. "For Woman's Love" is a compelling read for those seeking a profound exploration of the complexities of love and the societal forces that shape individual destinies. Southworth's skillful storytelling not only enchants the reader but also provokes critical thought on issues still relevant today. This novel is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, gender studies, and historical context.
Audiobook details
GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length13 hrs 21 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
20A CRISIS AT ROCKHOLD.
2FOR WOMAN'S LOVE.
21A FAMILY REUNION.
3A BRILLIANT MATCH.
22THE WHISPERED WORDS.
4A LOST GOVERNOR AND BRIDEGROOM.
23WHO WAS ROSE FLOWERS?
5A MOUNTAIN IDYL—THE GIRL AND THE BOY.
24FABIAN AND ROSE.
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6A RETROSPECT.
25SYLVAN'S ORDERS.
7THE GREAT RENUNCIATION.
26SOMETHING UNEXPECTED.
8THE WIDOWED BRIDE.
27THE SICK LION.
9NEWS OF THE MISSING MAN.
28A VOLUNTARY EXPIATION.
10"THE PEACE OF GOD WHICH PASSETH ALL UNDERSTANDING."
29UNREQUITED LOVE.
11TURMOIL OF THE WORLD.
30A DOMESTIC STORM.
12ANOTHER FINE WEDDING.
31CORONA'S OPPORTUNITY.
13THE WILES OF THE SIREN.
32FAREWELL TO VIOLET BANKS.
14THE SIREN AND THE DESPOT.
33"IT IS THE UNEXPECTED THAT HAPPENS."
15THE SPELL WORKS.
34"SIC TRANSIT GLORIA MUNDI."
16IN THE WEB.
35CORONA'S DEPARTURE.
17AT THE ACADEMY.
36ON THE FRONTIER.
18THE SEARCH.
37THE NEW COMERS.
19"A MAD MARRIAGE, MY MASTERS."
38THE MEETING ON THE MOUNT.