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Vehnäprinsessa

By Jean Webster
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The narrative opens with a detailed portrait of a small, weathered Italian hill town and the Vivalanti family estates, tracing ruined and rebuilt villas, ancestral pride, feuds, and the lingering sense of tragedy that shapes the place. It then moves into domestic and social scenes centered on a young woman, Marcia, depicting her relations with relatives and suitors, including an authoritative uncle and a prospective gentleman acquaintance, and examines obligations, social appearance, and the tensions between duty and personal desire amid shifting fortunes.

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Jean Webster

Jean Webster was an American author best known for her novel "Daddy-Long-Legs," which tells the story of a young orphan girl and her mysterious benefactor. Born in the late 19th century, Webster's works often explore themes of independence, education, and the challenges faced by women in society. Her writing is characterized by a blend of humor and social commentary, making her stories both entertaining and thought-provoking. In addition to "Daddy-Long-Legs," she wrote several other notable works, including "Dear Enemy" and "Just Patty," which continue to resonate with readers today.

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