Bøger af Augusta J Evans

Vashti; Or Until Death Us Do Part: A Novel by Augusta J. Evans is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of a young woman named Vashti who is forced into a loveless marriage with a wealthy plantation owner in the South during the Civil War era. Despite her unhappiness, Vashti tries to make the best of her situation and becomes involved in the Confederate cause. She meets and falls in love with a Union soldier, and the two must struggle to reconcile their love with their loyalty to their respective sides. Along the way, Vashti faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including betrayal, loss, and heartbreak. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, duty, and sacrifice, and provides a vivid portrayal of life in the South during a tumultuous period in American history.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.

Inez: A Tale Of The Alamo is a historical fiction novel written by Augusta Jane Evans in 1864. The story is set during the Texas Revolution and the Battle of the Alamo in 1836. The protagonist, Inez, is a young Spanish woman who falls in love with a Texan soldier named Walter. As the war intensifies, Inez and Walter find themselves on opposite sides of the conflict, with Inez's family supporting the Mexican government and Walter fighting for Texan independence. The novel follows Inez's journey as she navigates the complexities of war, love, and loyalty. Along the way, she encounters historical figures such as Davy Crockett and William Barret Travis, and witnesses the brutal violence of the Battle of the Alamo. Inez must ultimately decide where her allegiances lie and what sacrifices she is willing to make for the people she loves. Evans' novel was praised for its vivid descriptions of the Alamo and its characters, as well as its exploration of themes such as patriotism, honor, and sacrifice. It remains a classic work of Southern literature and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Alamo.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.

Augusta Jane Wilson, or Augusta Evans Wilson (May 8, 1835 - May 9, 1909), was an American author of Southern literature. She was the first woman to earn US$100,000 through her writing. Wilson was a native of Columbus, Georgia, and her first book, Inez, a Tale of the Alamo, was written when she was still young. It was published by the Harpers, but met with indifferent success. In 1859, her second book, Beulah, was issued, and it became at once popular. It was selling well when the American Civil War broke out. Cut off from the world of publishers, and intensely concerned for the cause of secession, she wrote nothing more until several years later, when she published her third story Macaria, dedicated to the soldiers of the Southern Army. This book was burned by some protesters. After the war closed, Wilson travelled to New York with the copy of St. Elmo, which was speedily published and met with great success. Her later works, Vashti; Infelice; and At the Mercy of Tiberius had phenomenal success. In 1868, she married Lorenzo Madison Wilson, of Alabama, and they resided at Spring

Macaria is a novel written by Augusta J. Evans that was originally published in 1864. The story is set during the American Civil War and follows the lives of two families, the Warringtons and the Rochesters, who are divided by their allegiances to the Union and the Confederacy. The main character of the novel is Macaria, the daughter of a Confederate colonel who is captured and imprisoned by Union forces. Macaria is left to care for her younger siblings and struggling to survive in a war-torn world. She meets and falls in love with a Union officer, Harold, who is also captured and imprisoned. As Macaria and Harold navigate their feelings for each other, they are forced to confront the harsh realities of war and the prejudices that divide them. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, forgiveness, and the devastating consequences of war. Augusta J. Evans was a popular Southern writer during the Civil War era and Macaria was one of her most successful novels. It is considered a classic work of Southern literature and a valuable historical document that offers insight into the social and political climate of the time.The book begins: The town clock was on the last stroke of twelve, the solitary candle measured about two inches from its socket, and as the summer wind rushed through the half-closed shutters, the melted tallow dripped slowly into the brightly-burnished brazen candlestick. The flickering light fell upon grim battalions of figures marshaled on the long, blue-lined pages of a ledger, and flashed fitfully in the face of the accountant, as he bent over his work. In these latter days of physical degeneration, such athletic frames as his are rarely seen among the youth of our land. Sixteen years������� growth had given him unusual height and remarkable breadth of chest, and it was difficult to realize that the stature of manhood had been attained by a mere boy in years.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.

""Beulah"" is a novel written by Augusta J. Evans, first published in 1859. The story is set in the American South during the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young woman named Beulah Benton. Beulah is an orphan who was raised by her grandparents and has a passion for literature and education. She is also a devout Christian and struggles with her faith throughout the novel.As Beulah grows up, she faces many challenges and obstacles, including poverty, illness, and the death of her grandparents. She eventually becomes a teacher and falls in love with a wealthy plantation owner named Dr. Hartwell. However, their relationship is complicated by their different social statuses and Beulah's own insecurities.The novel explores themes of love, faith, social class, and the role of women in society. It also provides a glimpse into the culture and customs of the American South during this time period. ""Beulah"" was a popular and influential novel in its time and is still considered a classic work of Southern literature.""I mean, keep your eyes open."" Harriet vanished in the dark passage, and Beulah locked the door, feeling that now she was indeed alone, and could freely indulge the grief that had so long sought to veil itself from curious eyes. Yet there was no disposition to cry. She sat down on the bed and mused on the strange freak of fortune which had so suddenly elevated the humble nurse into the possessor of that elegantly furnished apartment. There was no elation in the quiet wonder with which she surveyed the change in her position. She did not belong there, she had no claim on the master of the house, and she felt that she was trespassing on the rights of the beautiful Pauline.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.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1864 Edition.

A telegram, Madam. The messenger waits for an answer." The butler held out a silver salver, and Mrs. Rexford Churchill laid aside her embroidery and took the ominous yellow envelope. Glancing over the contents, her face brightened.

"Grandma, who named me Eglah?" "My cousin, Bishop Vivian, when he baptized you." "Do you think he had any right to put such a label on me?" "Certainly, because your father selected your name, and the bishop had no choice." "It is so ugly, I never can like it, and a little baby that can't speak her mind ought not to be tied to something she must drag all her life and hate for ever and ever."

"Did you tell her that Dr. Hargrove is absent?" "I did, ma'am; but she says she will wait." "But, Hannah, it is very uncertain when he will return, and the night is so stormy he may remain in town until to-morrow. Advise her to call again in the morning." "I said as much at the door, but she gave me to understand she came a long way, and should not leave here without seeing the Doctor. She told the driver of the carriage to call for her in about two hours, as she did not wish to miss the railroad train." "Where did you leave her? Not in that cold, dark parlour, I hope?"

Excerpt from Beulah: A Novel A January sun had passed the zenith, and the slanting rays flamed over the window panes of a large brick building, bearing on its front in golden letters the inscription, "Orphan Asylum." The structure was commodious, and surrounded by wide galleries, while the situation offered a silent tribute to the discretion and good sense of the board of managers. The front door was closed, but upon the broad granite steps, where the sunlight lay warm and tempting, sat a trio of the inmates. In the foreground was a slight, fairy form, "a wee, winsome thing," with coral lips, and large, soft blue eyes, set in a frame of short, clustering golden curls. She looked about six years old, and was clad, like her companions, in canary-colored flannel dress and blue-check apron. Lillian was the pet of the asylum, and now her rosy cheek rested upon her tiny white palm, as though she wearied of the picture book which lay at her feet. The figure beside her was one whose marvelous beauty riveted the gaze of all who chanced to see her. The child could have been but a few months older than Lillian, yet the brilliant black eyes, the peculiar curve of the dimpled mouth, and long, dark ringlets gave to the oval face a maturer and more piquant loveliness. The cast of Claudia's countenance bespoke her foreign parentage, and told of the warm, fierce Italian blood that glowed in her cheeks. On the upper step, in the rear of these two, sat a girl whose age could not have been very accurately guessed from her countenance. At a first, casual glance, one thought Beulah rather homely, nay, decidedly ugly; yet, to the curious physiognomist, this face presented greater attractions than either of the others. A pair of large gray eyes set beneath an overhanging forehead, a boldly projecting forehead, broad and smooth; a rather large, but finely cut mouth, an irreproachable nose, of the order farthest removed from aquiline, and heavy, black eyebrows, which, instead of arching, stretched straight across and nearly met. "What is to-day? Let me see, Wednesday; yes, this is the evening for the ladies to meet here. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

At the Mercy of Tiberius By Augusta J. Evans

Excerpt from Macaria: A Novel N o but I know you are up, hard at work, and it keeps me awake. If you would only let me help you. But you can't help me I have told you so time and again You only interrupt and hinder me. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

"He stood and measured the earth: and the everlasting mountains were scattered, the perpetual hills did bow." These words of the prophet upon Shigionoth were sung by a sweet, happy, childish voice, and to a strange, wild, anomalous tune- solemn as the Hebrew chant of Deborah, and fully as triumphant.

"I can hear the sullen, savage roar of the breakers, if I do not see them, and my pretty painted bark-expectation-is bearing down helplessly upon them. Perhaps the unwelcome will not come to-day. What then? I presume I should not care; and yet, I am curious to see him, -anxious to know what sort of person will henceforth rule the house, and go in and out here as master. Of course the pleasant, peaceful days are at an end, for men always make din and strife in a household, -at least my father did, and he is the only one I know much about. But, after all, why borrow trouble?-the interloper may never come

Augusta Jane Wilson, or Augusta Evans Wilson, (1835-1909) was an American Southern author and one of the pillars of Southern literature.