Sister Dolorosa, and Posthumous Fame by James Lane Allen
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| Author | Allen, James Lane, 1849-1925 |
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| Title | Sister Dolorosa, and Posthumous Fame |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Sister Dolorosa and Posthumous Fame" by James Lane Allen is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a young nun named Sister Dolorosa, who grapples with her devout religious life while feeling the stirrings of her humanity and desires, especially after encounters with a handsome young man named Gordon Helm. The narrative explores Sister Dolorosa's internal conflict as she navigates her duties, aspirations, and the impact of love and longing in a life dedicated to the Church. At the start of the novel, Sister Dolorosa is portrayed as a contemplative figure who reflects on her life and the ideals of her faith as she walks toward the convent. Her thoughts are tinged with longing as she recalls visits to an elderly couple, during which themes of love and family contrast sharply with her vows of celibacy. Her encounter with a wounded bird and later, a brief meeting with Gordon Helm, signify pivotal moments that awaken her suppressed feelings and fears regarding her path in life. The opening sets the tone for Sister Dolorosa's struggle between her spiritual ideals and the human emotions that compel her to question her commitment to the convent, laying the groundwork for a deeper exploration of self-discovery and sacrifice as the plot unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Kentucky -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34109 |
| Release Date | Oct 20, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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