Sea and Shore A Sequel to "Miriam's Memoirs"

"Sea and Shore" by Catherine A. Warfield is a novel written in the late 19th century. This sequel to "Miriam's Memoirs" explores themes of love, loss, and social dynamics in the American South through the experiences of the main character, Miss Miriam Harz, as she embarks on a journey that brings her into contact with various intriguing characters, including Major Favraud and Mr. Calhoun. The opening portion of the story reveals a poignant moment as Miriam departs from Beauseincourt, filled with nostalgia and contemplation about her past. Accompanied by her friends, she reflects on the emotional weight of leaving and engages in discussions about poetry, politics, and personal loss, foreshadowing the complex interactions and relationships that will develop throughout the narrative. The stage is set for a rich exploration of character dynamics as Miriam navigates her way toward Savannah and beyond, while grappling with her feelings for Captain Wentworth and the shadows of her past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Catherine Anne Warfield (1816–1877) was an American writer of poetry and fiction in Mississippi. Together with her sister Eleanor Percy Lee, she was first of the published authors in the Percy family. Its most noted authors have been William Alexander Percy and Walker Percy of the twentieth century. Warfield's first novel The Household of Bouverie (1860), published anonymously, was very popular; and she published eight more under her own name.