Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart (eBook)

Caroline Lee Hentz (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
249 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737028-4 (EAN)

Infos

Caroline Lee Hentz's 'Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart' is a compelling collection of romantic tales that delve into the complexities of love, relationships, and personal growth. Written in a sentimental and emotional style typical of the Romantic era, Hentz's narratives transport the reader to another time and place, where passion and virtue intersect. Each story is filled with vivid imagery, moral dilemmas, and poignant reflections on the human condition, making it a captivating read for those who enjoy classic romance literature. Hentz masterfully weaves themes of love, loss, and redemption throughout her narratives, creating a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant reading experience. Caroline Lee Hentz, a respected 19th-century American author, was known for her insightful portrayals of emotion and moral struggles in her works. Her own experiences as a wife and mother likely influenced her writing, adding a depth and authenticity to her characters and their relationships. Hentz's keen observations of human nature shine through in 'Love After Marriage,' offering readers a glimpse into the complexities of love and marriage during her time period. For readers who appreciate classic romance literature that explores the intricacies of the heart, 'Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart' by Caroline Lee Hentz is a must-read. This collection of captivating tales offers a timeless exploration of love, loss, and redemption, making it a poignant and thought-provoking addition to any literary enthusiast's library.

Autor

Caroline Lee Hentz (1800–1856) was a prolific American novelist and short story writer, renowned for her contributions to antebellum Southern literature. Born Caroline Lee Whiting in Massachusetts, she later adopted her married name Hentz after wedding Nicholas Marcellus Hentz, a French entomologist. Though initially known for her poetry, Hentz's lasting legacy rests chiefly upon her prose. Her repertoire often tackled themes such as the domestic sphere, the moral challenges of love, and the delicacies of social status, all while offering a Southern perspective that has attracted scholarly attention in the context of regionalism in American literature (Homestead, 2005; Harris, 2010). Among her notable works, 'Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart' stands out, delving into the complexities of marital affection and the ethical quandaries of the heart with a finesse that renders her characters' experiences both palpable and empathetically engaging. Strongly opposed to the abolitionist literature of her time, Hentz's work inadvertently provides insight into the societal norms and conflicts leading up to the American Civil War, thus serving as a valuable cultural artifact. Despite her once-fading prominence in the literary canon, recent efforts to study antebellum women's writing have rekindled interest in Hentz's contributions, prompting a reevaluation of her place in American literary history (Harris, Pfaelzer).

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • 19th century romance novels • American • American Literature • american women writers • Antebellum era fiction • Antebellum South • Caroline Lee Hentz • Caroline Lee Hentz literature • domestic drama • Fiction • gender roles • historical love stories • Historical Romance • Love and Morality • marital relationship themes • post-marriage storytelling • pre-Civil War narratives • Sentimental Fiction • Short Stories • short story collections • Social norms • Southern gothic tales • southern society