The Morgesons
The Morgesons
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Massachusetts • 19th century
1997
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Morgesons by Elizabeth Stoddard follows Cassandra Morgeson as she navigates societal and personal challenges in 19th-century New England. The novel explores themes of identity, family dynamics, and self-discovery, illustrating Cassandra's journey toward independence and understanding within complex familial and social structures.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Elizabeth Stoddard's The Morgesons offers a rich exploration of a woman's quest for identity within a restrictive society. Critics praise its vivid characterizations and complex themes. However, some find its structure disjointed and challenging. Despite this, the novel remains a compelling study of personal and social constraints.
Who Should Read The Morgesons?
Readers who enjoy The Morgesons by Elizabeth Stoddard likely appreciate 19th-century American literature exploring themes of identity, family dynamics, and social constraints. Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women and Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter would find similar interest in its rich character development and societal critique.
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Massachusetts • 19th century
1997
Adult
18+ years
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