Helen Lincoln: A Tale (1856)

By Carrie Capron

Book Overview

Helen Lincoln: A Tale is a novel written by Carrie Capron and first published in 1856. The story revolves around the eponymous character, Helen Lincoln, a young woman who lives with her father and sister in a small town in New England. Helen is intelligent, kind-hearted, and beautiful, but her life is turned upside down when she falls in love with a man named Edward, who is not only married but also a notorious gambler and womanizer.Despite the warnings of her family and friends, Helen continues to see Edward, believing that she can change him and make him love her. However, as their relationship becomes more and more complicated, Helen begins to realize that she may have made a terrible mistake. She must decide whether to continue down a path of self-destruction or to break free from Edward's hold on her and start anew.The novel is a classic example of 19th-century American literature, with themes of love, morality, and redemption. It explores the social norms and expectations of the time, particularly with regard to women and their roles in society. The characters are well-drawn and complex, and the plot is engaging and suspenseful. Overall, Helen Lincoln: A Tale is a compelling read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century America.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163905143
• ISBN13: 9781163905142
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"