Hentz, Caroline Lee 1800-1856 creator text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Love After Marriage; and Other Stories of the Heart" by Caroline Lee Hentz is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The anthology appears to delve into themes related to love, relationships, and societal expectations, particularly focusing on the emotional intricacies surrounding marriage. The opening story introduces us to key characters whose fates become intertwined, setting the stage for the exploration of affection and social perceptions. At the start of the opening portion, readers are introduced to Augusta Temple, who is anxiously awaiting the arrival of her betrothed, Sydney Allison. However, their first encounter unfolds humorously, as Augusta reacts with dismay to Sydney's changed appearance, a result of illness, leading to feelings of disappointment and disdain. As Sydney, unaware of her reaction, contemplates his own acceptance of their union, both characters grapple with the emotional nuance of their situation. The narrative foreshadows a complex dynamic as they navigate their obligations, expectations, and personal feelings, ultimately hinting at deeper themes of love and emotional growth amidst societal pressures and personal struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Love after marriage -- The victim of excitement -- The blind girl's story -- The parlour serpent -- The Shaker girl -- A rainy evening -- Three scenes in the life of a belle -- The fatal cosmetic -- The Abyssinian neophyte -- The village anthem -- The bosom serpent -- My grandmother's bracelet -- The mysterious reticule. Release date is 2013-06-23 Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Fiction Short stories, American PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43019 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43019 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134002.0 43019