| Author |
Dowling, Richard, 1846-1898 |
| Title |
Under St Paul's: A Romance
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans from Google Books
(Oxford University)
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| Summary |
"Under St Paul's: A Romance" by Richard Dowling is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds primarily around the character George Osborne, a man who embarks on his first significant journey away from home to London, where he encounters the captivating Miss Marie Gordon, a cosmopolitan woman with a complex background. Their interactions reveal themes of love, identity, and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of London’s vibrant life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a dinner scene at Mrs. Barclay's private hotel where George Osborne meets Marie Gordon, an intriguing and beautiful young woman. Their conversation is lively and filled with playful banter, hinting at a mutual attraction. George grapples with his feelings of admiration and confusion as he reflects on his sheltered life in Stratford-on-Avon compared to the bustling and dynamic city he finds himself in. The opening chapters set the stage for a romantic exploration as the characters’ paths intertwine, exploring the complexities of their personalities, aspirations, and the rapidly changing world around them. (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 |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Subject |
St. Paul's Cathedral (London, England) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
42600 |
| Release Date |
Apr 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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