The Rector of St. Mark's (eBook)

Mary Jane Holmes (Autor)

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2022
155 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654735187-0 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Rector of St. Mark's," Mary Jane Holmes crafts a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of faith, morality, and the intricate tapestry of community life in a 19th-century New England town. With her characteristic eloquence, Holmes employs rich, descriptive prose and intricate character development to explore the moral dilemmas faced by Reverend Dr. Charles St. John and his parishioners. The novel's literary style is reflective of the sentimental fiction popular during her time, which often sought to illuminate social issues through the lens of individual experience, ultimately revealing the profound impact of personal choices on communal harmony. Mary Jane Holmes was a prominent novelist in her era, known for her ability to intertwine personal experience with broader societal themes. Having faced personal challenges, including the loss of her husband, Holmes drew upon her keen observations of human behavior and the social dynamics of Small-town America. These experiences deeply influenced her writing, motivating her to address themes of resilience, redemption, and the ongoing struggle between duty and desire in her characters' lives. I highly recommend "The Rector of St. Mark's" to readers seeking a thoughtful exploration of human nature and community. Holmes's masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on their values and the intricate connections that define our lives, making this novel a timeless meditation on faith and humanity.

Autor

Mary Jane Holmes (1825–1907) was a prolific American author of the 19th century, renowned for her numerous novels and stories which were highly popular during her time. Born in Massachusetts, Holmes specialized in creating sentimentally appealing narratives that often focused on themes of domestic life, women's experiences, and social class distinctions. Her literary style was characterized by a smooth, engaging prose that captured the attention of a largely female readership. 'The Rector of St. Mark's' is one of the many novels she penned which further cemented her status as a writer who discerningly depicted the moral and emotional dilemmas of her characters. Holmes was recognized for her adept storytelling skills and her ability to weave together tales that speak to the heart while also engaging with the manners and values of her era. Her work, while not as widely read today, contributed significantly to the genre of domestic fiction and offers valuable insights into the cultural and societal frameworks of her time through her extensive literary output. The popularity and breadth of her work during her lifetime earned her a notable place in the annals of American literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century fiction • 19th century women authors • American domestic drama • American domestic narrative • American Literature • American literature classics • Christian Values • classic American storytelling • Classic Literature Themes • Clergy • community life exploration • emotional resonance • female author portrayal • Fiction • Historical prose • Historical Religious Fiction • Mary Jane Holmes novels • masterful storytelling • moral dilemmas • Morality exploration • new england setting • Nuanced female characters • old-fashioned romance novels • Pastoral Americana • Period literature enthusiasts • public domain fiction books • Rector literary character • sentimental novels • sentimental storytelling • Small town dynamics • Social Relationships • Societal reflections • victorian era fiction