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The World Before Them A Novel Vol. I

The World Before Them A Novel Vol. I

Moodie, Susanna

Paperback

General Parenting

Publisher Price: $15.99

ISBN10: 9369077391
ISBN13: 9789369077397
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Dec 1 2024
Pages: 126
Weight: 0.34
Height: 0.30 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The World Before Them: A Novel VOL. I by Susanna Moodie is a historical fiction novel that explores themes of love, social class, and personal conflict. The story follows Dorothy Chance, a young girl adopted by the Rushmere family after being found as an orphan. Dorothy finds herself in a complicated relationship with Gilbert Rushmere, whom she loves deeply, but their romance is met with opposition from Gilbert's father, Lawrence. Early in the narrative, Dorothy, feeling the weight of her humble origins, promises not to marry Gilbert without his father's consent, leading to a painful conflict in their relationship. The novel delves into Dorothy's internal struggles as she contemplates her loyalty to the family that raised her and her love for Gilbert. Set against a rich rural backdrop, the opening chapters evoke a strong sense of place while highlighting Dorothy's growing sense of discontent and her search for identity. As tensions within the Rushmere family rise, Dorothy's sense of belonging begins to unravel, setting the stage for her eventual departure from the home that has given her both love and conflict.

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