Say and Seal (ePub)

Susan Warner, born on July 11, 1819, in New York City, and departing this world on March 17, 1885, was a distinguished figure in 19th-century American literature. Warner's literary career burgeoned with the success of her first novel 'The Wide, Wide World' (1850), which gained her recognition as one of America's first bestselling novelists. Notably influenced by her Christian faith and her personal experiences, Warner's narratives often intertwine themes of religion and morality with the vicissitudes of domestic life, compelling her readers to introspect on spiritual and ethical grounds. Her writing style is characterized by its emotional depth and the vivid portrayal of her characters' inner struggles and developments. 'Say and Seal' (1860), one of her notable works, superbly exports these traits, immersing readers in a narrative that not only reflects societal norms of her time but also challenges them through the prisms of love, duty, and belief. Although she published several of her works under the pseudonym 'Elizabeth Wetherell', to this day, Warner's novels remain a testament to her craftsmanship and her lasting impact on the genre of Christian fiction. Her legacy is entrenched in the literary canon for her profound contributions to the deep-seated traditions of feminine literature and Christian writing of the antebellum period.