02586cam a22003613u 4500 71359 UtSlPG 20260610134642.0 m cr n 260607r20231866utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Riddell, J. H., Mrs., 1832-1906 Phemie Keller Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-08-06 Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Phemie Keller: A Novel" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the character Phemie Stondon, whose life is entrenched in unfulfilled love and intricate social dynamics, set against a backdrop of loss and personal struggle. As the storyline unfolds, themes of affection, heartbreak, and the quest for self-understanding become paramount, marking Phemie's journey through despair and a longing for reconciliation. The opening of "Phemie Keller" introduces a pivotal moment in Phemie's life as she receives a letter that heralds the return of Basil Stondon, a man deeply entwined in her emotions and past regrets. The letter, revealing Basil's serious illness, raises anxiety within her marriage with Captain Stondon, reflecting her inner turmoil about loyalty and love. As Phemie navigates her complex feelings towards Basil and her husband, the narrative delves into the sorrow and guilt that plague her, ultimately setting the stage for the emotional confrontations and self-discovery that will follow in the novel. This initial chapter expertly lays the groundwork for a story steeped in themes of devotion, the inexorable passage of time, and the lingering shadows of past relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: Tinsley Brothers, 1866 Married women -- Fiction Man-woman relationships -- Fiction England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Spouses -- Fiction May-December romances -- Fiction https://archive.org/details/phemiekellernove03ridd https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71359 112085 112085