St. ElmoAugusta J. Evans' 'St. Elmo' is a captivating novel that delves into themes of love, redemption, and ambition in the post-Civil War South. Written in a lush and descriptive style typical of 19th-century romantic literature, the book follows the tumultuous life of the enigmatic protagonist, St. Elmo Murray, as he navigates societal expectations and personal struggles. Evans' vivid storytelling and intricate character development make this book a compelling read for those interested in romantic fiction of the period. The novel's exploration of moral dilemmas and emotional complexities adds depth to the narrative, making it a standout work in the genre. |
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... feel better this evening?" She plunged her fingers in his thick white hair, and rubbed her round, rosy cheek softly ... feeling well, and failed to go to his work as usual; and now, as his grandchild tied her pink calico bonnet under her ...
... feel better this evening?" She plunged her fingers in his thick white hair, and rubbed her round, rosy cheek softly ... feeling well, and failed to go to his work as usual; and now, as his grandchild tied her pink calico bonnet under her ...
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... feeling of relief that they finally saw her sink into apathy—into a quiet mental stupor—from which nothing seemed to rouse her. She did not remark Mrs. Hunt's absence, or the presence of the neighbors at her bedside. And one morning ...
... feeling of relief that they finally saw her sink into apathy—into a quiet mental stupor—from which nothing seemed to rouse her. She did not remark Mrs. Hunt's absence, or the presence of the neighbors at her bedside. And one morning ...
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... Feeling that they had no right to dictate her future course, neither the miller nor his wife offered any further opposition, and very early the next morning, after Mrs. Wood had given the girl what she called "some good motherly advice ...
... Feeling that they had no right to dictate her future course, neither the miller nor his wife offered any further opposition, and very early the next morning, after Mrs. Wood had given the girl what she called "some good motherly advice ...
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... feeling that each instant bore her farther from the dear graves of her dead; and oppressed with an intolerable sense of desolation and utter isolation in the midst of hundreds of her own race, who were too entirely absorbed in their ...
... feeling that each instant bore her farther from the dear graves of her dead; and oppressed with an intolerable sense of desolation and utter isolation in the midst of hundreds of her own race, who were too entirely absorbed in their ...
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... feel, Edna? I believe that is your name." "Thank you, my head is better, but I am very thirsty." The lady of the house gave her some iced water in a silver goblet, and ordered a servant to bring up the refreshments she had directed ...
... feel, Edna? I believe that is your name." "Thank you, my head is better, but I am very thirsty." The lady of the house gave her some iced water in a silver goblet, and ordered a servant to bring up the refreshments she had directed ...
Contents
CHAPTER VI | |
CHAPTER VII | |
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CHAPTER XIII | |
CHAPTER XXI | |
CHAPTER XXII | |
CHAPTER XXV | |
CHAPTER XXVII | |
CHAPTER XXVIII | |
CHAPTER XXIX | |
CHAPTER XXX | |
CHAPTER XXXII | |
CHAPTER XIV | |
CHAPTER XVI | |
CHAPTER XVII | |
CHAPTER XVIII | |
CHAPTER XX | |
CHAPTER XXXIII | |
CHAPTER XXXIV | |
CHAPTER XXXV | |
CHAPTER XXXVII | |
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