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Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 1

By William Dean Howells
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A long-married couple, urged by illness and friends, undertake a European journey to revisit places from their youth. The narrative follows their preparations, travels, and domestic detours, interweaving episodic scenes, memories, and encounters with acquaintances. It examines tensions between habitual work and creative longing, the pull of family responsibilities, and efforts to recover youthful feeling through travel. The tone balances quiet humor and social observation, offering reflective portraits of marriage, middle age, and small moral compromises.

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William Dean Howells

William Dean Howells (1837-1920) was an influential American author and literary critic, often regarded as the "Dean of American Letters." He is best known for his realistic portrayals of American life and society, particularly in the late 19th century. Howells's works often explore themes of social class and morality, reflecting the complexities of contemporary life. His notable novel, "A Hazard of New Fortunes," delves into the challenges faced by individuals in a rapidly changing society. Throughout his career, Howells contributed significantly to the development of realism in American literature, advocating for a more truthful representation of everyday experiences.

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