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100 1 _aO'Reilly, A. J.
_q(Augustine J.)
245 1 0 _aAlvira: The Heroine of Vesuvius
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2000
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2000-04-01
508 _aProduced by Brett Fishburne. HTML version by Al Haines.
520 _a"Alvira: The Heroine of Vesuvius" by Rev. A. J. O'Reilly is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative promises a sensational exploration of morality, sin, and repentance, centered on the transformative journey of the young protagonist, Alvira, as she navigates familial conflict, societal expectations, and ultimately her own destiny. The beginning of the novel sets the stage with a sweeping portrayal of Paris, reflecting on both its historical significance and the turmoil of its past. It introduces us to Alvira's family, particularly her troubled father, Cassier, a usurer entangled in moral decay and financial ruin. As Alvira and her sister, Aloysia, face the dark consequences of their father's actions and societal pressures, the opening chapters delve into themes of ambition, love, and the quest for identity amidst strife. The tension builds around family relationships fraught with anxiety and the looming specter of judgment, hinting at a dramatic and morally charged narrative to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aChristian saints
653 _aWomen and religion
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2139
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