"Malbone: An Oldport Romance" by Thomas Wentworth Higginson intertwines historical romance with insightful social commentary, epitomizing American literature set in 19th century New England. At its core, the novel is a love story that delves deep into the complexities of romantic relationships amidst the backdrop of societal expectations and social class distinctions. Higginson crafts a character-driven narrative that explores moral dilemmas, romantic ideals, and the emotional depths of human nature with psychological insight. Against the picturesque New England setting, the story unfolds with…mehr
"Malbone: An Oldport Romance" by Thomas Wentworth Higginson intertwines historical romance with insightful social commentary, epitomizing American literature set in 19th century New England. At its core, the novel is a love story that delves deep into the complexities of romantic relationships amidst the backdrop of societal expectations and social class distinctions. Higginson crafts a character-driven narrative that explores moral dilemmas, romantic ideals, and the emotional depths of human nature with psychological insight. Against the picturesque New England setting, the story unfolds with cultural criticism and social commentary, shedding light on the norms and values of the era. Through nuanced characters and intricate plotlines, "Malbone" invites readers to ponder the intricacies of love, duty, and personal freedom. The novel's exploration of domestic fiction resonates with emotional depth, capturing the joys and sorrows of romantic entanglements. As the characters navigate their desires and aspirations, Higginson offers profound reflections on society's expectations and the pursuit of happiness. "Malbone: An Oldport Romance" stands as a timeless work that continues to captivate readers with its blend of romance, social critique, and profound human insight.
Thomas Wentworth Higginson, sometimes known as Wentworth, was an American Unitarian preacher, novelist, abolitionist, politician, and soldier. He was involved in abolitionism in the United States throughout the 1840s and 1850s, siding with disunion and militant abolitionism. He was a member of the Secret Six, which supported John Brown. During the Civil War, he led the 1st South Carolina Volunteers, the first federally sanctioned black regiment, from 1862 until 1864. Following the war, he wrote about his interactions with African-American soldiers and spent the remainder of his life advocating for the rights of freed people, women, and other disenfranchised groups. Higginson was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on December 22, 1823. He was a descendent of Francis Higginson, a Puritan preacher and one of the first immigrants in Massachusetts Bay. His father, Stephen Higginson (born November 20, 1770 in Salem, Massachusetts; died February 20, 1834 in Cambridge, Massachusetts), was a Boston merchant and philanthropist who served as Harvard University's bursar from 1818 to 1834. His mother belonged to Boston's famous Storrow family. His grandfather, Stephen Higginson, was a member of the Continental Congress. He was a distant relative of Henry Lee Higginson, the founder of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and a great-grandson of his grandfather. John Wentworth, Lieutenant-Governor of New Hampshire, was a third great grandfather.
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