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Episode: Quelling Inner Turmoil: A Night-time Tale, The Quality of Mercy by W. D. Howells Chapters 1 to 3 Read by Jason
Description: "The Quality of Mercy" is a novel by William Dean Howells, an American writer who lived in the 19th century. The book was first published in 1892 and tells the story of a young woman named Isabel Lawrence who becomes embroiled in a scandal involving her wealthy fiancé, Eugene Dale.When the scandal breaks, Eugene disappears, leaving Isabel to face the consequences alone. She is ostracized by society and forced to confront her own beliefs about morality and justice. Meanwhile, Eugene struggles to come to terms with his actions and ultimately seeks redemption.Throughout the novel, Howells explores themes such a...