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The Quick or the Dead?
Hardcover
RomanceClassic FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781024241594
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 154
Weight: 0.87
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Quick or the Dead? by Amelie Rives, originally published in 1888, is a captivating novel exploring themes of love, loss, and societal expectations in the post-Civil War South. The story centers on Barbara Dare, a young widow grappling with the memory of her deceased husband and the advances of a new suitor. Rives's passionate prose and keen insights into the human heart made this novel a sensation in its time.
Set against the backdrop of Virginia's aristocratic society, the novel delves into the complexities of grief, desire, and the search for personal fulfillment. Barbara must navigate the conflicting emotions of honoring her past while embracing the possibility of a new love, challenging the conventions of her era and asserting her independence. A timeless exploration of the human spirit, The Quick or the Dead? remains a compelling read for those interested in classic American literature and historical romance.
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