| Author |
Percival, Kate |
| Title |
The Life and Amours of the Beautiful, Gay and Dashing Kate Percival
The Belle of the Delaware
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Daniel Fromont
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| Summary |
"The Life and Amours of the Beautiful, Gay and Dashing Kate Percival" by Percival is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work presents the autobiographical narrative of Kate Percival, who boldly recounts her life filled with sensuality and amorous exploits, beginning from her childhood and moving into complex relationships with both men and women. The story is likely to explore themes of desire, identity, and societal norms, particularly as it pertains to female sexuality. At the start of the narrative, Kate introduces herself as a woman of pleasure, revealing her intention to share the intimate details of her life, starting with her childhood in Pennsylvania. She describes a stark upbringing with a stern father and an absent mother, highlighting her isolation and emotional neglect. As she transitions into her teenage years and enters boarding school, her life begins to intertwine with desire, particularly through her relationship with a girl named Laura, which serves as her introduction into the world of physical intimacy. This opening portion sets the tone for a provocative exploration of sexuality and emotional connections, suggesting that the book will delve deeply into the personal experiences that shape Kate's understanding of love and pleasure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Prostitutes -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Erotic literature, American
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
29827 |
| Release Date |
Aug 28, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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