"Autumnal Leaves: Tales and Sketches in Prose and Rhyme" by Lydia Maria Child is a collection of 19th-century stories and poems that explores social classes, aspiration, and romance. The opening story introduces Edward Vernon, a wealthy young man, who falls for Sibella Flower, a beautiful but lower-class nursery maid. This attraction stirs up conflict, especially with Edward's sister, Julia, who is very aware of their family's social position. Sibella is also conflicted, understanding the divide between her and Edward. As their feelings deepen, the story suggests the difficulties they'll face because of their different places in society. The sketches and stories blend nature’s beauty with the social challenges of the time and leaves the reader contemplating the limitations placed on people due to social norms.
Autumnal leaves: tales and sketches in prose and rhyme
By Lydia Maria Child
In a world defined by social barriers, a forbidden love ignites between a wealthy gentleman and a humble nursery maid, threatening to defy the conventions of their time.
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About the AuthorLydia Maria Child was an American abolitionist, women's rights activist, Native American rights activist, novelist, journalist, and opponent of American expansionism. Her journals, both fiction and domestic manuals, reached wide audiences from the 1820s through the 1850s. At times she shocked her audience as she tried to take on issues of both male dominance and white supremacy in some of her stories.
Lydia Maria Child was an American abolitionist, women's rights activist, Native American rights activist, novelist, journalist, and opponent of American expansionism. Her journals, both fiction and domestic manuals, reached wide audiences from the 1820s through the 1850s. At times she shocked her audience as she tried to take on issues of both male dominance and white supremacy in some of her stories.
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