The Days of My Life: An Autobiography by Mrs. Oliphant
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"The Days of My Life: An Autobiography" by Mrs. Oliphant is an autobiographical narrative written in the mid-19th century. This work reflects the author's life experiences, providing insights into her thoughts and emotions during significant events. The book is likely to explore themes related to personal identity, family dynamics, and social status, drawing on the author's life which intertwines moments of pride, loss, and introspection. The opening portion of the autobiography introduces
us to Hester Southcote, the central character, as she walks home after sunset in the tranquil landscape of Cambridgeshire. It captures a moment where Hester, proud of her heritage and unaware of impending changes, encounters a stranger and a timid boy named Edgar, who claims to be her cousin. This encounter stirs emotions of indignation and curiosity in Hester, especially as she perceives a shift in her family's dynamics, leading to a tension-filled homecoming. As Hester grapples with her identity and familial expectations, the groundwork is laid for her journey through the complexities of family, belonging, and the repercussions of social status. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Days of My Life: An Autobiography |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43404 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-43404-9 |
| Release Date | Aug 5, 2013 |
| Last Update | Nov 27, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 310 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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