The Ralstons by F. Marion Crawford
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| Author | Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion), 1854-1909 |
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| Title | The Ralstons |
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| Summary | "The Ralstons" by F. Marion Crawford is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lives and relationships of the Lauderdale family, particularly focusing on the two daughters, Charlotte and Katharine, and their father, Alexander Lauderdale, against the backdrop of wealth, societal expectations, and personal conflicts. The novel scrutinizes issues of class, morality, and the consequences of familial ties. The opening of the narrative introduces Alexander Lauderdale Jr., a man deeply concerned about the futures of his daughters, highlighting the contrasts between them: Charlotte, married to a congressman, and Katharine, who remains at home. The father's strict demeanor and unwavering religious convictions set the stage for familial tensions, particularly regarding his daughters' lives choices and the expectations he has placed upon them. As the story unfolds, a looming family crisis emerges with the impending death of the wealthy Robert Lauderdale, their uncle, which threatens to complicate existing relationships and reveal the underlying secrets and desires of the characters, especially concerning Katharine's secret marriage to John Ralston. This rich tapestry of character dynamics ensures a compelling exploration of love, duty, and the struggle for individual identity within the constraints of family and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Interpersonal relations -- Fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Fiction |
| Subject | Upper class -- United States -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49954 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2015 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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