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Power of Sympathy and the Coquette
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“Dive into two of America’s earliest novels: William Hill Brown’s ‘The Power of Sympathy’ and Hannah Webster Foster’s ‘The Coquette.’ Explore 18th-century America through an epistolary lens, where women safeguard the nation’s morality. Experience captivating tales of love, virtue and societal expectations in these groundbreaking works by pioneering authors.”
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Pari Kesharwani –
These books are a window into the past! The writing style can be dense at times, but it is worth the effort to see life of early america.
Nitanshu Sagar –
For serious literature students only. ‘The Power of Sympathy’ is important historically but its story is dry and preachy. ‘Coquette’ more readable.
Navdeep Singh –
I enjoyed ‘The Coquette’ much more than ‘The Power of Sympathy.’ Foster’s writing style is more engaging, and the story is more compelling.
Vivek Kumar –
I was expecting a more compelling story. Unfortunately, I found the plot uninteresting and the characters difficult to connect with.
Abhishek Kumar –
A challenging but rewarding read! The historical context alone makes it worthwhile, though the stories themselves are also compelling.
Prerna Monica Tete –
A mixed bag. ‘The Power of Sympathy’ felt clunky, but ‘The Coquette’ was surprisingly engaging and offered good commentary.
K Harishankar –
This collection gave me a new appreciation for early American novels. It made for a perfect book club discussion and insightful reflections.
Shreya Vatsa –
An interesting look at early American literature, but the language was a bit difficult to navigate at times. Still, a worthwhile read for historical context.
Anuj Sahu –
The themes explored in these novels are surprisingly relevant even today. Highly recommend for anyone interested in feminist literature.
Himanshu Shekhar –
I was captivated by the portrayal of female characters and their struggles within the confines of societal expectations. A truly remarkable read!
Abin Tom –
While historically significant, I found both novels to be somewhat preachy and melodramatic. However, they do provide insight into the era.
Aman Sharma –
This book gives a unique perspective on the lives and concerns of women in early America. It’s a bit dense, but ultimately rewarding.
Vaibhav Raj –
The epistolary format took some getting used to, but overall, I found these stories to be quite moving and informative.
Divya Manwani –
These novels offer a fascinating glimpse into the social norms of th-century America. A bit slow-paced, but thought-provoking.
Ankur Yadav –
While I appreciate the historical significance, the writing style felt outdated and made it difficult to fully immerse myself in the stories.
Muskan Saxena –
A must-read for anyone interested in early American literature and the role of women in shaping the nation’s identity.