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Elinor Wyllys; Or, The Young Folk of Longbridge: A Tale. Volume 1

By Susan Fenimore Cooper
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The narrative follows a young woman in a country household and the circle of family and acquaintances surrounding her, tracing everyday life, courtships, social rivalries, and small domestic dramas. It pairs detailed descriptions of the house and grounds with perceptive observations on taste, manners, and shifting fashions, and records friendships, broken engagements, and the moral choices that arise among the young people. Presented in an episodic, genteel mode, the work emphasizes character, prudence, and the social expectations that shape private lives.

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Susan Fenimore Cooper

Susan Fenimore Cooper was an American author and a notable figure in the 19th-century literary scene. She is best known for her novel "Elinor Wyllys; Or, The Young Folk of Longbridge," which reflects her keen observations of society and the lives of young women in her time. In addition to her fiction, Cooper was an advocate for women's rights, as evidenced by her work "Female Suffrage: A Letter to the Christian Women of America." Her writings often explore themes of nature, social issues, and the role of women, contributing to the broader discourse of her era.

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