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Katherine Lauderdale; Vol. 1 of 2

By F. Marion (Francis Marion) Crawford

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

"Katherine Lauderdale" by F. Marion Crawford is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative begins by focusing on complex relati...

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2015-12-04
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"Katherine Lauderdale" by F. Marion Crawford is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative begins by focusing on complex relationships and character dynamics as John Ralston interacts with his friend Hamilton Bright and reflects on his feelings for Katharine Lauderdale, a woman he admires. The themes of love, societal expectations, and personal struggles are likely central to the storyline as Ralston navigates his emotions and relationship with Katharine. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to John Ralston, who grapples with feelings of inadequacy and a desire for love amid his struggles with alcoholism. In a conversation with Bright, Ralston reveals his discontent with his life and expresses a longing for change. The dynamic between Ralston and Bright hints at the tensions in Ralston's life, particularly as he becomes entangled with Katharine Lauderdale, a beautiful and determined young woman. The opening also sets the stage for Ralston's eventual secretive proposal of marriage to Katharine, emphasizing their love against the backdrop of civil obligations, societal expectations, and Ralston's internal conflicts. The vivid dialogue and well-drawn characters indicate a deeper exploration of emotional and moral dilemmas that are to unfold in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Francis Marion Crawford was an American writer noted for his many novels, especially those set in Italy, and for his classic weird and fantastical stories.

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