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100 1 _aFreeman, Mary Eleanor Wilkins,
_d1852-1930
245 1 0 _aMadelon: A Novel
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
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 2006-03-01
508 _aProduced by Jeff Kaylin and Andrew Sly
520 _a"Madelon: A Novel" by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in a small village during winter, drawing the reader into the complex lives of its main characters, particularly focusing on Madelon Hautville, a young woman caught in a tumultuous love triangle involving Burr Gordon and Dorothy Fair. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations, hinting at deeper conflicts that will arise as the story progresses. At the start of the novel, the serene beauty of a snow-covered village is sharply contrasted with the emotional turmoil of its inhabitants. Burr Gordon is introduced as he walks towards the Hautville house, drawn by the enchanting music of Madelon and her family. However, tensions quickly surface as Burr interacts with his cousin Lot, who expresses his own interest in Madelon, complicating Burr's feelings for Dorothy Fair. Madelon's passionate musical performances reveal her inner struggles and the expectations placed upon her, while the complexities of family relationships and social status simmer beneath the surface. The opening sets the stage for a tale of love lost, ambition unfulfilled, and the poignant struggles of its characters against the backdrop of a harsh winter landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNew England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17885
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