Caroline Lee Hentz

Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart (eBook, ePUB)

Tales of Love, Loyalty, and Passion in the Antebellum South

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Caroline Lee Hentz's 'Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart' is a captivating collection of short stories that delve into the complexities of love and marriage in the antebellum South. Hentz's writing style is both eloquent and poignant, drawing readers into the lives of her characters with vivid descriptions and emotional depth. Set against the backdrop of a society bound by strict social conventions, the stories explore themes of passion, loyalty, and the struggle for personal happiness. Hentz's keen observations of human nature shine through in each tale, offering a thought-provoking look at the intricacies of romantic relationships during this time period. Caroline Lee Hentz, a well-known American author of the 19th century, drew inspiration from her own experiences as a wife and mother to craft these poignant narratives. Her deep understanding of human emotions and the complexities of interpersonal relationships informs each story, making them both relatable and timeless. Hentz's own marriage and family life likely played a significant role in shaping her perspectives on love and marriage, evident in the heartfelt sincerity that permeates her writing. For readers looking for a beautifully written exploration of love and marriage in the 19th century, 'Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart' is a must-read. Hentz's insightful narratives offer a glimpse into the hearts and minds of characters grappling with the universal struggle to find true and lasting love amidst societal expectations and personal desires.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 384
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066218430
• Artikelnr.: 58755466

Autorenporträt

Caroline Hentz was born Caroline Lee Whiting to Colonel John and Orpah Whiting on June 1, 1800, in Lancaster, Massachusetts. The youngest of eight children, her father was a Continental Army soldier in the American Revolutionary War, and three of her brothers fought in the War of 1812. Whiting attended Jared Sparks' private school when she was a child. By the age of twelve, she had written both a drama and a fantasy about the Far East. She was seventeen years old when she began teaching at a local Lancaster school. As the youngest of eight children, Hentz observed as "three of her brothers became officers and served in the War of 1812." Their letters home and "tales of patriotic adventure" were an inspiration to her. As a child, she was "popular with her companions, playing games, taking woodland walks, and studying nature." On September 30, 1824, she married Nicholas Marcellus Hentz, "a political refugee from Metz and son of a member of the French National Convention." Nicholas was an instructor at Round Hill School in Northampton, Massachusetts, and the couple used to live nearby. The pair went to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1826, when Nicholas was appointed chair of modern languages.