Alonzo and Melissa; Or, The Unfeeling Father: An American Tale by I. Mitchell et al.
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About this eBook
| Author | Mitchell, I. (Isaac), 1759?-1812 |
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| Author | Jackson, Daniel, 1790- |
| Title | Alonzo and Melissa; Or, The Unfeeling Father: An American Tale |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Alonzo and Melissa; Or, The Unfeeling Father: An American Tale" by Daniel Jackson, Jr. is a serialized novel written in the early 19th century that captures the trials and tribulations of love amidst familial and societal constraints. The narrative focuses on the romantic entanglements of the titular characters, Alonzo and Melissa, who must navigate the complexities of their feelings in the face of opposition from Melissa's father and the presence of a rival suitor, Beauman. Central themes of the story include the importance of virtue, the struggles of young love, and the harsh realities posed by economic hardships and parental control. The opening of the tale establishes the backdrop of the late revolution and introduces Alonzo, a man of romantic disposition, and Melissa, a young woman of charming demeanor. Through a series of social engagements and nature walks, the budding relationship between Alonzo and Melissa is showcased, highlighting their deep emotional connection. As the story unfolds, complications arise when Melissa's father, after a sudden decline in Alonzo’s fortunes, pressures her to marry the wealthy Beauman. The tension escalates as Melissa strives to honor her feelings for Alonzo while grappling with her father's expectations, setting the stage for a dramatic conflict between love and duty. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Gothic fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28112 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 90 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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