A Cathedral Courtship

"A Cathedral Courtship" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a novel written during the late 19th century, specifically first published in 1893. The book belongs to the romantic comedy genre and revolves around the lighthearted courtship between two characters amidst the backdrop of England's picturesque cathedral towns. The narrative primarily explores themes of love, companionship, and the charm of travel. The story follows Katharine Schuyler, a young American woman, and Jack Copley, an artist, as they traverse various English cathedral towns with Katharine's strict Aunt Celia. The light and humorous interaction between the characters showcases their burgeoning romance, often highlighted by mistaken identities and comedic misunderstandings. Through a series of mishaps, including an embarrassing incident involving Aunt Celia's bag, the couple's flirtation grows amidst the majestic settings of cathedrals like Winchester and Salisbury. The charming narrative ultimately culminates in their heartfelt connection, demonstrating that love can blossom even in the most unexpected situations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Kate Douglas Wiggin was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children's songs. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878. With her sister during the 1880s, she also established a training school for kindergarten teachers. Kate Wiggin devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.