By:Margaret Wade Campbell Deland Published By:Double9 Books
About the Book
The Awakening of Helena Richie centers on a widow grappling with her past and her emotional struggles in a small town. The novel explores the themes of grief, loneliness, and the societal expectations placed on women, particularly in the context of motherhood and personal relationships. The protagonist, Helena Richie, is confronted with the possibility of caring for an orphaned boy, David, which forces her to face her own unresolved pain and the complex dynamics of connection and responsibility. The arrival of a local clergyman and the boyÍs need for a home lead Helena to reconsider her place in the world, and whether opening her heart to another will bring healing or further heartbreak. As the story unfolds, the narrative delves into the tensions between personal desire and social obligations, reflecting on the internal conflicts of a woman in search of renewal and purpose. The small-town setting provides a rich backdrop for the exploration of human relationships and emotional transformation, as HelenaÍs journey becomes a path toward personal awakening amid the expectations of her community.
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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