Modern Society: Or the March of Intellect (Classic Reprint)

Catherine Sinclair

ISBN 10: 1330753690 / ISBN 13: 9781330753699

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book explores the lives of two young women in 19th-century society as they navigate the complex expectations of their families, friends and themselves. At the heart of the story is Eleanor Fitz-Patrick, a vivacious and charismatic heiress, and Matilda Howard, a thoughtful and sincere young woman whose deepest joys come from introspection and time spent with nature. As the story unfolds we witness the poignant struggles of these two friends as they try to preserve their bond while also coming to terms with the vastly differing paths their lives will ultimately take. Itâ s a coming-of-age story, a tale of friendship and loss, and a resonant meditation on the fleeting nature of human happiness. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330753699_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Modern Society: Or the March of Intellect (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330753690
• ISBN 13: 9781330753699
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Childrens Fiction

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Synopsis

Two cousins, two paths, one timeless question: what does true virtue look like in a busy world?

This novel follows Eleanor Fitz-Patrick and Matilda Howard as they navigate society’s glittering scenes and its deeper tests of character. Set against the backdrop of fashionable life, it contrasts outward charm with inward faith, asking how prayer, duty, and education shape who we become. The story blends social satire with heartfelt reflection on friendship, responsibility, and the hope that inner goodness endures beyond every soirée.

• A vivid portrait of 19th‑century social life, from balls and parlors to longings for a higher purpose
• A study of character: the pull between worldly success and spiritual growth
• Interwoven themes of education, virtue, and devotion, tested by love and loss
• A hopeful arc that culminates in choices aligned with conscience and faith

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with moral depth, family ties, and a thoughtful look at how virtue can outlast fashion.