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The Lamplighter was the first novel by twentysevenyearold Maria Susanna Cummins. It propelled her into a prominence that continued until her early death at the age of thirtynine. A novel of female development, The Lamplighter is a woman's version of the quest story. Its heroine, Gerty, comes on the scene as a child abandoned in the slums of Boston. Rescued by the kindly lamplighter Trueman Flint, she learns to meet life with courage and honesty. The novel touched the hearts, validated the ideals, and assuaged the anxieties of a huge readership, and it remained continuously in print until the 1920s.
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- Q: What is the storyline of The Lamplighter? A: The Lamplighter follows the journey of Gerty, a young girl abandoned in the slums of Boston, who is rescued by a lamplighter named Trueman Flint. The novel explores themes of female development and personal growth as Gerty learns to face life's challenges with courage and honesty.
- Q: Who is the author of The Lamplighter? A: The Lamplighter is written by Maria Susanna Cummins, who published the novel when she was just twenty-seven years old.
- Q: What are the main themes in The Lamplighter? A: The novel addresses themes of female empowerment, personal growth, and the quest for identity, making it a significant work in the context of women's literature.
- Q: What is the condition of this book? A: This edition of The Lamplighter is classified as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', ensuring that it is still suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does The Lamplighter have? A: The Lamplighter has a total of 480 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: The Lamplighter is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was The Lamplighter published? A: The Lamplighter was published on October 1, 1988.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: The Lamplighter is part of the American Women Writers Series, which highlights notable works by female authors.
- Q: What age group is The Lamplighter suitable for? A: The Lamplighter is suitable for a general audience, particularly readers interested in classic literature and women's narratives.
- Q: Does The Lamplighter contain any illustrations or photographs? A: This edition of The Lamplighter does not specify any illustrations or photographs; it primarily focuses on the text of the novel.