The Butterfly House by Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman

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Author Freeman, Mary Eleanor Wilkins, 1852-1930
Illustrator Meylan, Paul Julian, 1882-1961
Title The Butterfly House
Credits Produced by Jeff Kaylin and Andrew Sly
Summary "The Butterfly House" by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the fictional village of Fairbridge, New Jersey, which is presented as a quaint yet provocatively petty place, consumed by its own self-importance. The narrative introduces various characters, including the elegant and ambitious Mrs. Wilbur Edes and the mysterious Alice Mendon, whose lives intertwine amidst the village's social dynamics. The opening of the novel meticulously describes Fairbridge, a town rife with contradictions, where the citizens are proud of their small lives while being tragically ignorant of their limitations. We meet key characters like Mrs. Edes, who struggles with her ambitions within the confines of village life, and Alice Mendon, who exudes beauty and charm but remains somewhat detached and enigmatic. As these women navigate the social landscape—highlighted by their interactions at the Zenith Club—the stage is set for exploring themes of ambition, identity, and the impact of societal norms on individual lives. The narrative richly evokes the intricacies of small-town dynamics, hinting at deeper conflicts that may unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New Jersey -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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