Ann S. Stephens

Broschiertes Buch

Silent Struggles

Beschreibung

Silent Struggles delves into the themes of bravery, fate, and the interconnection of lives during times of adversity. Set against the backdrop of a fierce storm, the narrative follows two contrasting figures, an older minister and a young man, who find themselves linked by a shared moment of tension and uncertainty. As the storm ravages the harbor, the story introduces a perilous situation involving a young woman stranded at sea, raising the stakes and highlighting the bravery and courage that emerge amid such turmoil. The characters' actions during the storm, particularly the youth s daring rescue of the woman, set the stage for an emotional journey. The unfolding drama underscores how individuals, despite their differences, are brought together by fate, revealing deep emotional bonds and highlighting the courage to face seemingly insurmountable challenges. The narrative weaves personal struggles with broader historical and social contexts, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of human relationships in the face of danger. Through its dramatic setting and the characters' evolving dynamics, the story explores the transformative power of bravery and connection.

Autor

Ann Sophia Stephens (March 30, 1810 August 20, 1886) was an influential American novelist and magazine editor, credited as the progenitor of the dime novel genre. Born in Derby, Connecticut, she was raised by her mother's sister after the early death of her mother. Stephens began writing at an early age, and in 1831, she married Edward Stephens, a printer from Plymouth, Massachusetts. They relocated to Portland, Maine, where they co-founded Portland Magazine in 1836, with Stephens as editor. She later moved to New York City, where she continued her literary career, working with several periodicals including The Ladies Companion. Under the pen name Jonathan Slick, she became known for her serialized novels and short stories. In 1854, she published her first novel Fashion and Famine. Her best-known work, Malaeska, the Indian Wife of the White Hunter (1860), was a significant milestone in American literature and is regarded as the first dime novel. This work led to the establishment of the dime novel genre, which became a defining feature of American popular literature in the mid-19th century.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 328
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 464g
• ISBN-13: 9789370814684
• ISBN-10: 937081468X
• Artikelnr.: 74793172