Who Was She? by Bayard Taylor
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"Who Was She?" by Bayard Taylor is a reflective narrative, likely written in the late 19th century. This unique work can be categorized as a philosophical fiction that delves into themes of identity, societal expectations, and the nature of romantic relationships. It explores the protagonist's emotional turmoil and introspection as he navigates his encounters with an enigmatic woman, raising questions about love, individuality, and personal growth. The storyline follows the unnamed narrator
as he recounts his experiences at Wampsocket Springs, where he discovers a woman's abandoned book, filled with her thoughts and sketches. Intrigued by her reflections, he becomes obsessed with identifying her and ends up entangled in a series of mistaken assumptions about love and connection. The narrative shifts between his romantic aspirations and the harsh realization of societal constraints and personal failings. Ultimately, as he receives a letter from the woman revealing their previous encounters and her disappointment in his inability to perceive her true self, he is left pondering his identity and what he truly desires in love. The story encapsulates the challenges of authentic connection in a world defined by superficiality and convention. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Taylor, Bayard, 1825-1878 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Who Was She? From "The Atlantic Monthly" for September, 1874 |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 23166 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-23166-2 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2007 |
| Last Update | Feb 8, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 404 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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