Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale - Glenwood, Ida; Kirkland, Joseph
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Experience the sweeping drama of the American South in Ida Glenwood's "Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale," a captivating work of historical fiction. This meticulously prepared edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a story steeped in the traditions and complexities of plantation life. Explore themes of love, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of a bygone era. Glenwood's novel offers a poignant glimpse into a world shaped by both romance and societal constraints. A significant contribution to African American literature, this narrative resonates with universal themes of…mehr

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Experience the sweeping drama of the American South in Ida Glenwood's "Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale," a captivating work of historical fiction. This meticulously prepared edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a story steeped in the traditions and complexities of plantation life. Explore themes of love, loss, and resilience against the backdrop of a bygone era. Glenwood's novel offers a poignant glimpse into a world shaped by both romance and societal constraints. A significant contribution to African American literature, this narrative resonates with universal themes of identity and belonging. "Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale" stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling. Discover this classic work of southern fiction, perfect for readers seeking a richly detailed and emotionally engaging experience. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Ida Glenwood, an author whose life details are enveloped in the shadows of the past, is nonetheless distinguished by her contribution to the literary world with her novel 'Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale.' Written at a time when women's voices in literature were often underrepresented, Glenwood's work stands as a testament to the gentle yet firm craftsmanship that characterizes her style. Geared primarily towards an audience seeking the comfort of pastoral romance and domestic fiction, her narrative weaves together the lives of its eponymous characters, enveloping readers in a saga of love, virtue, and the quintessence of 19th-century femininity. Her prose, while reflective of the time's sensibilities, also offers subtle critiques of societal norms and the rigidity of social classes, an aspect that entrances both lay readers and literary scholars alike. Not much is known about Glenwood's personal history or her literary corpus beyond this notable work, which suggests that she may have been one of many women writers whose contributions have been marginalized or lost over time. Nonetheless, 'Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale' stands as a beacon of her narrative prowess and a piece deserving of scholarly recognition and wider readership in the discourse of historical American literature.