Julia The Apostate

Bacon, Josephine Daskam, 1876-1961Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 27K words
Chapters: 3

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Julia The Apostate by Josephine Daskam BaconAuthor: Bacon, Josephine Daskam, 1876-1961,Language: English, Class: PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature, Release Date: Nov 6, 2007

Editor's review

Josephine Daskam Bacon was an American writer of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries whose work often attends to women's circumstances and social norms. As the title suggests, Julia The Apostate turns on themes of apostasy and departure, and it reads well in the context of American women's writing and social transformation. As a public-domain Project Gutenberg eBook, it is easy to obtain and modest in length, making it a friendly choice for readers interested in early American women's literature, gender questions, and popular narrative. While reading, consider how the protagonist's choices are shaped by family, faith, or social expectation, and what attitude the narrator takes toward her departure. Since the available materials provide no detailed plot, readers are advised to focus on close reading and to understand character motivation against the historical background of late nineteenth-century American society and women's roles. The book suits reading for literary interest and thematic discussion rather than use as a scholarly edition with extensive annotation.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in late nineteenth-century American women's writing
Literary readers concerned with gender and social norms
Students seeking public-domain English eBooks for supplementary reading
Readers who enjoy narratives of personal choice and psychological portrayal

Not a good fit for

Rigorous researchers seeking a detailed scholarly annotated edition
Readers impatient with the language style of early American literature
Readers expecting strong plot, adventure, or fast-paced storytelling

Reading tips

Begin with the background of the work's publication date and understand what apostasy meant culturally at the time.
While reading, attend to the protagonist's conflicts with family, faith, and social expectation.
Read alongside other late nineteenth-century American women writers to open up discussion of the issues.
After reading, sort out the narrator's attitude toward the character's choices and take brief notes.

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FAQ

What are the language and genre of this book?

According to the materials, the book is in English and belongs to the public-domain American literature class. The genre is not specified in detail; readers may approach it as a late nineteenth-century American narrative and judge its style from the text.

How should “Apostate” in the title be understood?

“Apostate” generally means a person who abandons a faith or position. With this title in mind, attend to the protagonist's departure and choices regarding faith, family, or social norms, but the specific plot must be judged from the text.

Is this book suitable for classroom discussion?

It can serve as supplementary material on late nineteenth-century American women's literature and gender issues, suitable for book clubs or classroom discussion. However, the materials provide no detailed plot or scholarly annotation, so teachers are advised to supply background information.

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About the author

Bacon, Josephine Daskam, 1876-1961 Author

Josephine Daskam Bacon (1876–1961) was an American writer whose life and creative background are only sparsely documented in publicly available sources. The library holds thirteen of her works, showing a considerable range of subjects across fiction, children's stories, and social narratives with a mysterious streak. Books such as In the Border Country and While Caroline Was Growing reveal her interest in childhood and growing up, while The Strange Cases of Dr. Stanchon displays psychological and suspenseful elements. The Courting of Lady Jane, A Philanthropist, and Julia The Apostate focus largely on marriage, social class, and women's circumstances, often with gentle irony and careful observation of character. Her style favors drama in everyday settings and uses dialogue to shape her figures. She was an active author in American popular literary circles from the late nineteenth to the early twentieth century, and her work retains value for rereading and study.