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William Dean Howells

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A Modern Instance by William Dean Howells is a novel written in the late 19th century that explores social themes and human relationships within the context of a small American community. The book's central characters are Bartley Hubbard, an ambitious newspaper editor, and Marcia Gaylord, the lovely daughter of a local lawyer, whose romance and interactions reflect the complexities of love, societal expectations, and personal aspirations.

The Rise of Silas Lapham by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around Silas Lapham, a self-made man in the paint industry, who embodies the complexities of American capitalism and morality.