Rahab by Waldo David Frank
"Rahab" by Waldo Frank is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores complex themes of human relationships, personal redemption, and the struggles of women in society, centering on characters such as Fanny Dirk Luve and Harry Howland Luve. The narrative delves into Fanny's emotional turmoil and her journey towards self-discovery amid the challenges of motherhood and marriage. The opening of "Rahab" introduces Fanny Dirk Luve as she interactswith various people in her life, particularly her husband Harry and another character, Mr. Samson. The scene oscillates between Fanny's fragile emotional state, her reflection on her past choices, and her longing for connection and understanding. There are vivid descriptions that bring her internal struggles to life, illustrating how she grapples with feelings of love, loss, and societal expectations. As the narrative unfolds, Fanny's awareness of her own strength and the weight of her experiences become more pronounced, setting the stage for her evolution throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Frank, Waldo David, 1889-1967 |
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| LoC No. | 22004977 |
| Title | Rahab |
| Original Publication | NYC: Boni & Liveright, 1922. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 96.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Prostitutes -- Fiction |
| Subject | United States -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 73590 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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