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  • Fashion

    Enriched edition.

    In "Fashion," Anna Cora Mowatt presents a vibrant exploration of mid-19th-century society, intertwining themes of social status, identity, and the transformative power of clothing. Mowatt's writing is characterized by its keen wit and engaging irony, reflecting a world enthralled by appearances and the intricate dance of societal conventions. The literary context of Mowatt's work situates it ... Read more

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  • Fashion (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. An Antebellum New York Comedy of Manners Satirizing Social Climbing, French Pretension, and Nouveau Riche Display

    Anna Cora Mowatt's Fashion; or, Life in New York is a sharp comedy of manners that exposes the pretensions, anxieties, and moral confusions of antebellum American high society. First staged in 1845, the play satirizes a newly wealthy New York household obsessed with European manners, false refinement, and social display. Written in lively, theatrical prose, it blends farce, sentimental morality, ... Read more

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  • Armand

    Navigating the Social Tapestry of 19th-Century New York City

    In her novel "Armand," Anna Cora Mowatt deftly intertwines romance and social commentary, presenting a nuanced exploration of love, honor, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of 19th-century America. The narrative is marked by Mowatt's lyrical prose and keen psychological insight, drawing readers into the world of the titular character, Armand, whose struggles reflect ... Read more

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  • Fairy Fingers

    In "Fairy Fingers," readers can expect to encounter a whimsical and enchanting narrative that likely revolves around themes of fantasy, magic, and imagination. The title suggests a story involving mystical elements or supernatural occurrences, possibly featuring fairies or other magical beings.As with much of Ritchie's work, "Fairy Fingers" is likely characterized by its vivid descriptions, ... Read more

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  • Fashion

    Enriched edition. Glamour and Intrigue: A Tale of Love and Ambition in 19th-Century New York

    In "Fashion," Anna Cora Mowatt constructs a satirical exploration of the mid-19th century American society's obsession with clothing and social status. Through a series of lively dialogues and vivid characterizations, Mowatt deftly critiques the superficiality of fashion by portraying it as a reflection of moral and ethical values. The literary style is characterized by sharp wit and engaging ... Read more

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  • Fairy Fingers A Novel

    pubOne.info thank you for your continued support and wish to present you this new edition. They were seated in the drawing-room of an ancient château in Brittany, – the Countess Dowager de Gramont and Count Tristan, her only son, – a mansion lacking none of the ponderous quaintness that usually characterizes ancestral dwellings in that locality. The edifice could still boast of imposing grandeur, ... Read more

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  • Fairy Fingers

    A Novel

    In "Fairy Fingers," Anna Cora Ogden Mowatt Ritchie presents a captivating exploration of the interplay between the supernatural and the mundane through the lens of enchanting storytelling. This work, steeped in the cultural milieu of 19th-century America, showcases Ritchie's adept use of lyrical prose and vivid imagery, immersing readers in a fantasy realm where folklore and reality blur. The ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    Autobiography of an actress, or, Eight years on the stage

    Narrated by Kelly S. Taylor ...

    Unabridged

    14 hours 23 min

    Step into the captivating world of 19th-century theater through the eyes of one of its most remarkable pioneers. In Autobiography of an Actress, Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie shares her extraordinary journey from a young writer to a celebrated stage performer, revealing the triumphs, struggles, and behind-the-scenes realities of life in the spotlight.This audiobook brings her vivid storytelling to life ... Read more

    $22.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    Gulzara or The Persian Slave (UNABRIDGED)

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    Unabridged

    1 hour 39 min

    “Gulzara, The Persian Slave” is a rare example of a script for a Victorian melodrama that was intended as a private theatrical – to be performed by a limited cast of amateurs in a home or school, not on a public stage. Rarer still, “Gulzara” was written by a female author to be performed by a cast of women. The only male character, Amurath, was a “breeches role,” played by a young girl. Thus this ... Read more

    $6.99 CAD

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    The Fortune Hunter (Unabridged)

    Narrated by Tricia Roberts ...

    Unabridged

    7 hours 25 min

    In the glittering ballrooms of New York City, where fortunes are made and lost in a single night, a cunning fortune hunter named Kate Rockwell sets her sights on the wealthy and eligible Mr. Howard. With her sharp wit and undeniable charm, Kate weaves a web of deceit, determined to secure her future. But as she delves deeper into the world of high society, she discovers that love and money are not ... Read more

    $7.99 CAD

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    Mimic Life (Unabridged)

    Narrated by Joy Lee ...

    Unabridged

    11 hours 16 min

    In the bustling metropolis of New York City, where secrets lurk beneath the glittering surface, Mimic Life unfolds. Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie weaves a captivating tale of deception and desire, where the boundaries between reality and illusion blur. Meet Mary Meredith, a young woman desperate to escape her mundane existence. When she encounters the enigmatic Dr. Julian, she is drawn into a world of ... Read more

    $5.99 CAD

  • Audiobook

    Armand (UNABRIDGED)

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    Unabridged

    1 hour 52 min

    Although almost completely obscure today, this romantic melodrama was arguably a bigger hit for actress/playwright Anna Cora Mowatt than her theatre history-making comedy “Fashion” (1845.) Wisely cashing in on the craze for settings and characters made popular by Alexander Dumas’ “Musketeer” novels still being published in serial form when the play debuted, this drama focuses on the adventures of ... Read more

    $6.99 CAD