| Author |
Miller, Alex. McVeigh, Mrs., 1850-1937 |
| Title |
Viola's vanity : or, A bitter expiation
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| Original Publication |
Cleveland: The Arthur Westbrook Company, 1897.
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| Series Title |
Hart series, no. 67
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Demian Katz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (Images courtesy of the Digital Library@Villanova University.)
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| Summary |
"Viola's Vanity: or A Bitter Expiation" by Mrs. Alex. McVeigh Miller is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Viola Van Lew, a beautiful and capricious young woman who garners the affection of many suitors but plays with their hearts without truly understanding the consequences of her actions. This examination of youth, vanity, and the complexities of love sets the stage for a poignant exploration of maturity and the impact of fleeting decisions on lives. The opening of the novel introduces Viola as a society belle who jilted her fiancé to elope with a poor journalist, Rolfe Maxwell. As the narrative unfolds, it delicately portrays her thoughtless nature, juxtaposed against the deep feelings of those around her. During the early chapters, Viola's interactions with men, especially her artist fiancé Florian Gay and the more serious Professor Desha, showcase her struggle between love and flirtation. The repercussions of her actions come to a head when she unintentionally causes distress to others, leading to a moment of deep reflection and the eventual realization of her heart's true desires. As the story develops, themes of remorse and growth become pivotal, hinting at a transformative journey for the naïve young lady captivated by her charm and admiration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American fiction -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Dime novels
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74796 |
| Release Date |
Nov 25, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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