A Rose of Yesterday by F. Marion Crawford

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Creator Crawford, F. Marion (Francis Marion), 1854-1909
Title A Rose of Yesterday
Note Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Summary "A Rose of Yesterday" by F. Marion Crawford is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds around the character of Sylvia, who is navigating her feelings towards her guardian, Colonel Wimpole, amidst themes of love, loss, and social expectations. The story explores the complexities of their relationship as Sylvia, an impressionable young woman, grapples with emotions that intertwine affection with the looming specter of age and societal constraints. The opening of the novel introduces Sylvia in a personal moment with Colonel Wimpole, as they discuss an etching depicting a noble knight and the deeper meanings it may hold. Their dialogue hints at Sylvia's infatuation with the ideals of heroism and love, while Colonel Wimpole reflects on his past and the unfulfilled promises rooted in his experiences of war and honor. As the narrative develops, the emotional tension between them is palpable, with themes of unreciprocated love and the weight of societal norms coming into play, especially as Sylvia mistakes Wimpole’s fatherly affection for something more. The delicate balance between youth and age, destiny, and the longing for love sets the stage for a compelling exploration of human relationships and the challenges of defining true passion within societal confines. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Married women -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Divorce -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 41009
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Most Recently Updated Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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