The Consumptive (1850)

The Consumptive (1850)

Gertrude

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120739919
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The Consumptive is a novel written by Gertrude, published in 1850. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Alice, who is suffering from consumption, a disease that was prevalent during that time. Alice is a virtuous and kind-hearted person who is loved by everyone around her, including her family and friends. Despite her illness, she tries to live her life to the fullest and make the best of the time she has left.The novel explores the themes of love, sacrifice, and mortality. Alice’s illness brings out the best in those around her, as they rally to support her and care for her in her final days. Her fianc�����, Frank, is particularly devoted to her, and his love for her is tested as he struggles to come to terms with her illness and the inevitability of her death.The Consumptive is a poignant and emotional novel that captures the spirit of the time and the struggles of those who were afflicted with consumption. It is a testament to the human spirit and the power of love and compassion in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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