Ernest Linwood; or, The Inner Life of the Author

Caroline Lee Hentz's 'Ernest Linwood; or, The Inner Life of the Author' is a compelling narrative that offers readers a literary traversal through the interactions and relations of its namesake protagonist. Rich in prose and imbued with the concerns and stylistic nuances of its time, Hentz's writing provides incisive commentary on the roles and expectations of individuals within 19th-century socie...