TY  - BOOK
AU  - Moodie,Susanna
TI  - The World Before Them: A Novel. Volume 3 (of 3)
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2013///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Fiction
N1  - Release date is 2013-02-23; Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Sue Fleming and the Online
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N2  - "The World Before Them: A Novel. Volume 3 (of 3)" by Susanna Moodie is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complexities of personal relationships, societal expectations, and the consequences of deception. Central characters include Dorothy, Gilbert Rushmere, and his wife Sophy, who navigate a web of emotional turmoil following their tumultuous marriages and intertwined pasts.  The opening portion of the novel establishes a tense domestic scene at Heath Farm after the marriage of Gilbert and Sophy. During a dinner gathering, the interactions between the characters reveal underlying tensions, jealousy, and regret, particularly concerning past relationships. Gilbert feels a mix of self-derision and longing for Dorothy, while Sophy struggles with her insecurities in the shadow of Dorothy's presence. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that familial ties and societal pressures weigh heavily on each character, leading to confrontations and emotional revelations that hint at deeper conflicts ahead. The stage is set for a portrayal of the struggles inherent in love, loyalty, and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42174
ER  -