East Angels A Novel

by Constance Fenimore Woolson

Overview

East Angels: A novel is a romantic novel set in the southern United States focusing on the contrasts between northern and southern lifestyles and the emotional undercurrents of its characters. The narrative introduces a visitor seeking relief from harsh winters and a young woman yearning to experience a different climate highlighting their shared reflections on contentment and longing. Their early interactions unfold against the tranquil backdrop of Florida s landscape where conversations explore personal dreams and aspirations alongside the quiet beauty of their surroundings. The household dynamics and nearby acquaintances deepen the atmosphere as the characters backgrounds and desires gradually surface offering a glimpse into the complexities of emotional connection and the tensions between place and identity. The novel opens with a tone of quiet introspection weaving together reflections on nature personal longing and the delicate beginnings of relationships preparing the reader for a nuanced exploration of inner lives set within a vividly described environment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789371460439
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	05/01/2025
Pages:	510
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 1.14(d)

About the Author

Constance Fenimore Woolson was an American novelist, poet, and short story writer, born on March 5, 1840, in Claremont, New Hampshire. She was a grandniece of James Fenimore Cooper, a renowned American writer. Woolson is best known for her works set in the Great Lakes region, the American South, and among American expatriates in Europe. Her writing often explored the complexities of human emotions, social settings, and the intricacies of life in both familiar and foreign landscapes. Her style combined detailed character studies with vivid descriptions of settings. Woolson's works garnered attention for their realism and insight into the lives of women. Her most famous stories reflect her interest in the social dynamics of these regions, as well as the lives of people navigating change, identity, and relationships. Woolson passed away on January 24, 1894, at the age of 53 in Venice, Italy. She was the daughter of Hannah Cooper Pomeroy, whose influence on her writing is often noted. Woolson s legacy continues through her literary contributions, especially in American fiction.