Mrs. Farrell by William Dean Howells
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| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Howells, Mildred, 1872- |
| Title | Mrs. Farrell |
| Note | "This story ... was first printed under the title of Private Theatricals in the Atlantic monthly of 1875"--Introduction. |
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| Summary | "Mrs. Farrell" by William Dean Howells is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a New England boarding house during the summertime, exploring themes of social interactions, artistic ambitions, and romantic interests among its characters. The main character, Mrs. Belle Farrell, is a beautiful young widow who captivates those around her, particularly a promising artist named Rachel Woodward, who struggles with her emerging talent against societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to West Pekin, a rural place that has transitioned into a summer boarding town. It describes the farming community's adjustments to accommodate city guests and the various personalities that emerge within this setting, particularly focusing on the dynamics among the boarders and the family that owns the boarding house. Mrs. Farrell's entrance is marked by her charming and stylish persona, contrasting with the modest surroundings and the more reserved nature of the other women in the household. The chapter sets the stage for Mrs. Farrell’s interactions with Rachel, indicating a growing friendship that is likely to explore themes of mentorship, aspirations, and the challenges of pursuing one's passions in a traditional setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Widows -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Boardinghouses -- Fiction |
| Subject | New England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Farms -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56970 |
| Release Date | Apr 12, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 49 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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