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Dr. Lavendar's People

By: Margaret Wade Campbell Deland
Published By: Double9 Books

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Dr. Lavendar's People explores the lives of individuals in a small, close-knit town, where personal desires collide with societal expectations. Central to the story are complex relationships, particularly the struggles of familial duty and personal sacrifice. The narrative delves into the emotional challenges faced by a woman who balances caring for her troubled brother and running a small school, while grappling with her growing feelings for a new clergyman. The arrival of the clergyman disrupts the existing order of their lives, revealing the tension between duty and personal happiness. As the characters wrestle with their internal conflicts, they are constantly under the scrutiny of their community, highlighting the societal pressure that shapes their actions. The novel uncovers themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of choices, offering a reflective look at human relationships and the compromises individuals make in their quest for fulfillment. The story moves through delicate emotional territories, where the characters must navigate personal desires, family obligations, and the complexities of their changing social roles in a tightly woven narrative.

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Margaret Wade Campbell Deland

Margaret Wade Campbell Deland (1857–1945) was an American author, known for her works of fiction, short stories, poetry, and her two-volume autobiography. Born in Pennsylvania, Deland became an important figure in American literature, particularly within the literary realism movement. Her writing often centered around the intricacies of domestic life, human relationships, and the social constraints of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was particularly interested in the roles and struggles of women, which was a major theme in many of her works. Deland's novels are known for their psychological depth and their exploration of the challenges faced by individuals within the context of societal norms. Her most notable works include The Awakening of Helena Richie (1906), The Way to Peace (1910), The Iron Woman (1911), and The Voice (1912). Throughout her career, Deland's stories reflected her keen observations of the emotional and moral dilemmas faced by her characters, particularly women navigating complex family and social expectations.

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Product Details

  • Publisher: Double 9 Books
  • Publishing Year: 2025
  • Language: English
  • Paperback: 174pages
  • ISBN-10: 9369425209
  • ISBN-13: 9789369425204
  • Item Weight: 226.2g
  • Dimension : 216 x 140 x 9.93mm
  • Reading age: 10+
  • Country of Origin : India
  • Importer: Double 9 Books
  • Packer: Double 9 Books
  • Book Type : Fiction / Romance / General