Horace Chase A Novel

by Constance Fenimore Woolson

Overview

Horace Chase: A novel explores the daily lives and interactions of a close-knit family. The story explores the comforts and challenges of pastoral living touching on societal expectations and the tension between individual freedom and communal norms. Early in the narrative the household is portrayed through vivid scenes of humorous and poignant exchanges reflecting the lively nature of the family members especially a tall spirited girl whose carefree demeanor draws both affection and playful criticism. Through the household s conversations about family quirks social events and upcoming visitors the story begins to sketch a portrait of relationships and the subtle undercurrents shaping them. The anticipation of a dinner guest hints at coming developments that will ripple through the family s routines adding layers of social observation and potential change. With a blend of humor warmth and perceptive character study the novel offers a look at personal growth within the framework of family and community life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789371460057
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	05/01/2025
Pages:	236
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.54(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.