02102cam a22003253u 4500 22845 UtSlPG 20260610133527.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Mitford, Mary Russell, 1787-1855 The Beauty Of The Village Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-10-02 Produced by David Widger "The Beauty Of The Village" by Mary Russell Mitford is a novel written during the early 19th century. The book explores themes of beauty, vanity, and personal transformation through the story of Hannah Colson, the titular beauty of Aberleigh. It navigates the societal pressures and internal conflicts faced by a young woman in a small village, delving into relationships, love, and the consequences of one's choices. The narrative follows Hannah Colson, whose beauty captivates all in her village, leading to a sense of vanity and entitlement. After the loss of her father, she falls under the sway of a charming but reckless suitor, Edward Forester. Her initial disregard for the affections of reliable James Meadows highlights her immaturity. However, after a tragic incident caused by Forester, where she is injured, Hannah undergoes a profound transformation. The struggles she faces during her recovery help her shed her youthful vanity and emerge as a more humble, compassionate individual. Ultimately, she reconciles her feelings and marries James, who recognizes her deeper worth beyond mere physical beauty. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories Young women -- Fiction Mate selection -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22845 63956 63956