The Beloved Woman By: Kathleen Thompson Norris (1880-1966)
The Beloved Woman by Kathleen Thompson Norris is a captivating story that takes readers on a journey through the complexities of love, family, and societal expectations. Set in the early 20th century, the novel follows the life of Laura Murdock, a charming and intelligent young woman living in a small American town. The book opens with Laura's idyllic childhood, narrating her close bond with her father and her warm-hearted nature. However, everything changes when Laura's father unexpectedly passes away, leaving her and her mother to face the harsh realities of life without his guidance and support. As Laura grows older, she finds solace in her love for literature and education, allowing her to develop her own unique perspective on the world. As Laura enters adulthood, she falls in love with a charismatic young man named Walter, who promises her a life filled with happiness and adventure. However, their relationship becomes increasingly strained due to society's expectations and Walter's own ambitions. The author skillfully portrays the tension between Laura's desire for independence and the societal pressure to conform to traditional gender roles. What makes this book truly stand out is Norris' impeccable characterization. Laura is portrayed as a multidimensional protagonist, navigating her way through life with both strength and vulnerability. Her triumphs and failures are portrayed with great realism, allowing readers to empathize deeply with her struggles. The supporting characters are equally well-developed, adding depth and complexity to the narrative. Norris' writing style is elegant and evocative, capturing the essence of each scene with vivid descriptions. Her prose flows effortlessly, taking readers on an emotional rollercoaster as they witness Laura's journey of self-discovery. Through her descriptive and immersive storytelling, Norris invites readers to reflect on the timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and individuality. The Beloved Woman is an engrossing novel that transcends time, delving into the universal human experiences that continue to resonate with readers today. Kathleen Thompson Norris has created a thought-provoking story that explores the consequences of societal expectations and the importance of staying true to oneself. Whether you are a fan of historical fiction or simply love a well-crafted tale, this book is sure to captivate you from beginning to end. First Page: [Transcriber's Note: Hyphenation standardized. Archaic and variable spelling was preserved as printed. Missing quotation marks were added to standardize usage. Otherwise, the editor's punctuation style was preserved. Text in italics is enclosed by underscores ( italics ).] THE BELOVED WOMAN BY KATHLEEN NORRIS AUTHOR OF "Harriet and the Piper," etc. A. L. BURT COMPANY Publishers New York Published by arrangement with Doubleday, Page & Company Printed in U. S. A. COPYRIGHT, 1921, BY KATHLEEN NORRIS ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, INCLUDING THAT OF TRANSLATION INTO FOREIGN LANGUAGES, INCLUDING THE SCANDINAVIAN COPYRIGHT 1920, 1921, BY THE PICTORIAL REVIEW COMPANY PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES AT THE COUNTRY LIFE PRESS, GARDEN CITY, N. Y. TO MARY O'SULLIVAN SUTRO For gifts beyond all counting and esteeming, For kindness than which Heaven's self is not kinder, For the old days of tears, and smiles, and dreaming, This in acknowledgment, and in reminder. CHAPTER I For forty eight hours the snow storm had been raging unabated over New York. After a wild and windy Thursday night the world had awakened to a mysterious whirl of white on Friday morning, and to a dark, strange day of steady snowing... Continue reading book >>

The Beloved Woman By: Kathleen Thompson Norris (1880-1966)

The Beloved Woman by Kathleen Thompson Norris is a captivating story that takes readers on a journey through the complexities of love, family, and societal expectations. Set in the early 20th century, the novel follows the life of Laura Murdock, a charming and intelligent young woman living in a small American town.

The book opens with Laura's idyllic childhood, narrating her close bond with her father and her warm-hearted nature. However, everything changes when Laura's father unexpectedly passes away, leaving her and her mother to face the harsh realities of life without his guidance and support. As Laura grows older, she finds solace in her love for literature and education, allowing her to develop her own unique perspective on the world.

As Laura enters adulthood, she falls in love with a charismatic young man named Walter, who promises her a life filled with happiness and adventure. However, their relationship becomes increasingly strained due to society's expectations and Walter's own ambitions. The author skillfully portrays the tension between Laura's desire for independence and the societal pressure to conform to traditional gender roles.

What makes this book truly stand out is Norris' impeccable characterization. Laura is portrayed as a multidimensional protagonist, navigating her way through life with both strength and vulnerability. Her triumphs and failures are portrayed with great realism, allowing readers to empathize deeply with her struggles. The supporting characters are equally well-developed, adding depth and complexity to the narrative.

Norris' writing style is elegant and evocative, capturing the essence of each scene with vivid descriptions. Her prose flows effortlessly, taking readers on an emotional rollercoaster as they witness Laura's journey of self-discovery. Through her descriptive and immersive storytelling, Norris invites readers to reflect on the timeless themes of love, sacrifice, and individuality.

The Beloved Woman is an engrossing novel that transcends time, delving into the universal human experiences that continue to resonate with readers today. Kathleen Thompson Norris has created a thought-provoking story that explores the consequences of societal expectations and the importance of staying true to oneself. Whether you are a fan of historical fiction or simply love a well-crafted tale, this book is sure to captivate you from beginning to end.

First Page:

[Transcriber's Note: Hyphenation standardized. Archaic and variable spelling was preserved as printed. Missing quotation marks were added to standardize usage. Otherwise, the editor's punctuation style was preserved. Text in italics is enclosed by underscores ( italics ).]

THE BELOVED WOMAN

BY KATHLEEN NORRIS

AUTHOR OF "Harriet and the Piper," etc.

A. L. BURT COMPANY

Publishers New York

Published by arrangement with Doubleday, Page & Company Printed in U. S. A.

PRINTED IN THE UNITED STATES AT THE COUNTRY LIFE PRESS, GARDEN CITY, N. Y.

TO MARY O'SULLIVAN SUTRO

For gifts beyond all counting and esteeming, For kindness than which Heaven's self is not kinder, For the old days of tears, and smiles, and dreaming, This in acknowledgment, and in reminder.

CHAPTER I

For forty eight hours the snow storm had been raging unabated over New York. After a wild and windy Thursday night the world had awakened to a mysterious whirl of white on Friday morning, and to a dark, strange day of steady snowing... Continue reading book >>

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