| Author |
Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 |
| Title |
Dynevor Terrace; Or, The Clue of Life — Volume 1
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| Credits |
Produced by Sandra Laythorpe. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"Dynevor Terrace; Or, The Clue of Life — Volume 1" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds around the character Charlotte Arnold, a delicate and imaginative young girl of seventeen, navigating her life in a world marked by aspirations, class distinctions, and familial relationships. The opening of this volume introduces us to Charlotte as she interacts with Tom Madison, a rustic lad with aspirations of rising above his station. Their playful but earnest exchange reveals Charlotte's dreams and struggles with her social standing, setting the stage for the exploration of class and ambition throughout the novel. As they speak, signs of tension and social divide emerge, particularly when Charlotte expresses her desire for nobility, while Tom passionately seeks to defy the limitations imposed by their birth. Their conversation is interrupted by Mrs. Martha, whose accusations prompt Charlotte's confusion and sorrow, indicating the complexities of young love and societal expectations. This beginning establishes a rich social environment and a youthful quest for identity, making it an engaging read for those interested in character-driven narratives and historical societal dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction
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| Subject |
Cousins -- Fiction
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| Subject |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Upper class -- England -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4235 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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