The Queen Of Farrandale A Novel - Burnham, Clara Louise
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The Queen of Farrandale: A novel opens with a disillusioned figure living in poverty, struggling to find meaning in the aftermath of war. Through a conversation with a man tied to his family's past, the narrative hints at a path of redemption and personal change. The story unfolds within a web of wealth and strained family relationships, centered around a powerful and influential woman who holds sway over others futures. Her presence looms large as the characters navigate personal dissatisfaction, missed opportunities, and the burden of expectations. A meeting sparks the possibility of…mehr

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The Queen of Farrandale: A novel opens with a disillusioned figure living in poverty, struggling to find meaning in the aftermath of war. Through a conversation with a man tied to his family's past, the narrative hints at a path of redemption and personal change. The story unfolds within a web of wealth and strained family relationships, centered around a powerful and influential woman who holds sway over others futures. Her presence looms large as the characters navigate personal dissatisfaction, missed opportunities, and the burden of expectations. A meeting sparks the possibility of transformation, introducing the idea that identity is not fixed but shaped by decisions and the influence of those who wield power. The book delves into ambition and familial obligation, as the central figures confront their own failures and potential. The contrast between inherited wealth and earned purpose underlines the emotional stakes, presenting a complex view of how societal roles and personal history interact. The narrative suggests an inner reckoning, where external success may not equate to fulfillment, and where the pull of the past must be reconciled to step into the future.
Autorenporträt
Clara Louise Burnham was born on May 25, 1854, in Newton, Massachusetts, to George Frederick Root and his wife. Raised in a musically and artistically inclined household, she was deeply influenced by her father's work as a composer and educator. Though initially interested in music, Burnham developed a strong literary talent and began writing fiction. Her breakthrough came with the publication of No Gentlemen, which received favorable reception and established her as a novelist. This early success led to a prolific career during which she wrote numerous novels exploring themes of social values, family, romance, and spiritual growth. Her work includes titles such as A Sane Lunatic, Dearly Bought, Next Door, Young Maids and Old, The Mistress of Beech Knoll, and Miss Bagg's Secretary. Burnham's stories often portrayed moral struggles and emotional conflicts in a gentle, accessible style that appealed to a broad readership. Throughout her life, she remained active in literary circles and was recognized for her contributions to American domestic fiction. She died on June 20, 1927, in Bailey Island, Harpswell, Maine, leaving behind a legacy of heartfelt and enduring novels that reflected the values and challenges of her era.