The Whole Family

A Novel (1908)

von Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman, William Dean Howells, Mary Heaton Vorse

348 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Whole Family: A Novel is a work of fiction written by William Dean Howells and published in 1908. The novel tells the story of the Bellingham family, a well-to-do family living in Boston. The story is set over the course of one day and follows the family as they prepare for a dinner party to celebrate the engagement of their daughter, Alice. Each chapter is narrated from the perspective of a different family member, providing insight into their individual thoughts and feelings.As the day progresses, tensions rise and secrets are revealed, leading to a series of dramatic events that ultimately bring the family closer together. The novel explores themes of family dynamics, social class, and the importance of communication and understanding.Overall, The Whole Family: A Novel is a compelling and insightful work of fiction that offers a unique perspective on the complexities of family life. Howells' masterful storytelling and vivid characterizations make this novel a timeless classic that remains relevant to readers today.Also Authored By Mary Stewart Doubleday Cutting, Elizabeth Garver Jordan, Henry James, John Kendrick Bangs, Elizabeth Stuart Phelps, Edith Wyatt, Mary Raymond Shipman Andrews, Alice Brown, And Henry Van Dyke.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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• ISBN: 9781437318432
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.11.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC