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  • Impressions and Experiences

    by William Dean Howells ...
    My earliest memories, or those which I can make sure are not the sort of early hearsay that we mistake for remembrance later in life, concern a country newspaper, or, rather, a country printing-office. The office was in my childish consciousness some years before the paper was; the compositors rhythmically swaying before their cases of type; the pressman flinging himself back on the bar that made ... Read more

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  • Mrs. Farrell

    by William Dean Howells ...
    "Mrs. Farrell" is set in the early 20th century and centers around the character of Mrs. Farrell, a woman navigating her life and relationships in a rapidly changing society. The novel delves into themes of personal identity, social expectations, and the challenges faced by women during that period.The story explores Mrs. Farrell's interactions with other characters, including her family, friends, ... Read more

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  • The World of Chance

    by William Dean Howells ...
    From the club where the farewell dinner was given him, Ray went to the depot of the East & West Railroad with a friend of his own age, and they walked up and down the platform talking of their lives and their loves, as young men do, till they both at once found themselves suddenly very drowsy. They each pretended not to be so; his friend made a show of not meaning to leave him till the through ... Read more

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  • A Pair of Patient Lovers

    by William Dean Howells ...
    In "A Pair of Patient Lovers," Howells likely explores themes of love, relationships, and societal expectations. The narrative may revolve around the lives of two individuals who find themselves in a romantic entanglement, navigating the complexities of love and commitment in the context of their social milieu.As a realist writer, Howells's works often offer a nuanced portrayal of everyday life, ... Read more

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  • A Hazard of New Fortunes-Complete

    by William Dean Howells ...
    The story is set in New York City during the late 19th century and follows the lives of various characters, both native-born and immigrants, as they navigate the complexities of American society and strive for success. The central narrative focuses on the clash of social classes and the challenges faced by those attempting to climb the social and economic ladder."A Hazard of New Fortunes" is known ... Read more

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  • The Pioneer Women Trilogy: The Coast of Bohemia, Dr. Breen's Practice & Annie Kilburn

    Enriched edition. Love, Labor, and Women's Independence in Realism

    by William Dean Howells ...
    William Dean Howells' "The Pioneer Women Trilogy: The Coast of Bohemia, Dr. Breen's Practice & Annie Kilburn" is a literary masterpiece that delves into the lives of ordinary women in the late 19th century America. Howells masterfully weaves together narratives of love, tragedy, and resilience, portraying the struggles and triumphs of women in a changing society. The trilogy's realistic portrayal ... Read more

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  • Complete Works of William Dean Howells

    by William Dean Howells ...
    The events of Mr. James's life—as we agree to understand events—may be told in a very few words. His race is Irish on his father's side and Scotch on his mother's, to which mingled strains the generalizer may attribute, if he likes, that union of vivid expression and dispassionate analysis which has characterized his work from the first. There are none of those early struggles with poverty, which ... Read more

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  • Five O'Clock Tea: Farce

    Enriched edition. A Satirical Look at 19th Century High Society Gatherings

    by William Dean Howells, Tristan Oakley ...
    In "Five O'Clock Tea: Farce," William Dean Howells masterfully weaves a comedic tapestry that explores societal norms and the absurdities of social interactions. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, this engaging one-act play employs witty dialogue and incisive characterizations, emphasizing the farcical nature of social conventions. Howells's deft use of humor serves not only to ... Read more

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  • William Dean Howells: 27 Novels in One Volume (Illustrated)

    Enriched edition. The Rise of Silas Lapham, A Traveler from Altruria, Through the Eye of the Needle & many more

    by William Dean Howells, Devin Shields ...
    William Dean Howells: 27 Novels in One Volume (Illustrated) is a comprehensive collection of the works of William Dean Howells, a prominent figure in 19th century American literature. This anthology showcases Howells' diverse literary style, ranging from realistic portrayals of everyday life to social commentary on the changing society of his time. With a keen eye for detail and a sharp wit, ... Read more

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  • Essential Novelists - William Dean Howells

    the truthful treatment of material

    by William Dean Howells, August Nemo ...
    Series Book 50 - Essential Novelists
    Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors. For this book, the literary critic August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful novels ofWilliam Dean Howells which are The Rise of Silas LaphamandThe Lady of the Aroostook. William Dean Howells was an American realist novelist, literary critic, and playwright, nicknamed ... Read more

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  • The Coast of Bohemia, Dr. Breen's Practice & Annie Kilburn (Historical Novels) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. The Pioneer Women Series

    by William Dean Howells, Perrin Norley ...
    Bringing together The Coast of Bohemia, Dr. Breen's Practice, and Annie Kilburn, this volume maps Howells's mature realist inquiry into art, vocation, gender, and social duty in late-nineteenth-century America. In prose notable for conversational tact, irony, and ethical precision, Howells replaces melodramatic plot with moral pressure: bohemian aspiration confronts bourgeois limits, a woman ... Read more

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  • Christmas Every Day and Other Stories (Illustrated) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Illustrated holiday short stories for children and families, where wishes meet the season's true spirit

    by William Dean Howells, Perrin Norley ...
    Christmas Every Day and Other Stories (Illustrated) gathers William Dean Howells's graceful tales of wonder, domestic comedy, and moral instruction, most famously the fable in which a little girl's wish for perpetual Christmas becomes a lesson in excess, gratitude, and social balance. Written in Howells's lucid, conversational style, these stories combine the charm of children's literature with ... Read more

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