Mary Seaham: A Novel. Volume 1 of 3 by Mrs. Grey
"Mary Seaham: A Novel. Volume 1 of 3" by Mrs. Grey is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. This narrative focuses on the life of Mary Seaham, an orphan who is navigating the complexities of her familial relationships and personal aspirations as she faces significant changes following her sister's wedding. As Mary prepares to leave her childhood home, the story delves into her reflections on loss, loneliness, and the hopeof finding love and acceptance in a world that feels increasingly unfamiliar. The opening of "Mary Seaham" introduces us to a quiet moment of reflection following a wedding celebration. Mary, having just acted as a bridesmaid, feels a bittersweet sense of solitude as she contemplates her life's transitions and uncertainties about her future. She is set to leave her home at Glan Pennant and join distant relatives, while grappling with the thought of losing the familial bonds she holds dear. As she walks through the countryside, her interactions with well-wishers highlight the sympathy she receives, and a visit from Mr. Temple, a local clergyman, suggests personal connections that may hold significance as the story unfolds. The narrative sets the stage for Mary's journey, filled with themes of change, love, and the quest for belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Grey, Mrs. (Elizabeth Caroline), 1798-1869 |
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| Title | Mary Seaham: A Novel. Volume 1 of 3 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mate selection -- Fiction |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40405 |
| Release Date | Aug 4, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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