Tales of My Time, Vol. 1 (of 3) by William Pitt Scargill
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| Author | Scargill, William Pitt, 1787-1836 |
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| Dubious author | Dacre, Barbarina, Lady, 1767-1854 |
| Dubious author | Loudon, Mrs. (Jane), 1807-1858 |
| Title |
Tales of My Time, Vol. 1 (of 3) Who Is She? |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Attributed to W.P. Scargill by Halkett & Laing and by NUC pre-1956; also attributed to Mrs. J.C. Loudon. Cf. Halkett & Laing. Erroneously attributed to Mrs. Barbarina Wilmot in the Bentley Catalogue, Oct. 23, 1829. |
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| Summary | "Tales of My Time, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by William Pitt Scargill is a fictional narrative written in the early 19th century. The opening introduces readers to Francis Hartland, a previously modest man who has recently come into fortune and moved to a picturesque estate called Henbury. The story explores themes of social status, romance, and the pursuit of happiness, mainly revolving around Mr. Hartland’s interactions with the local community, as well as his potential romantic interest, Miss Robinson." The opening of the narrative presents Francis Hartland settling into his new life at Henbury after inheriting a comfortable fortune, which has sparked curiosity and speculation among the townspeople regarding his past and his reasons for relocating. As he navigates social interactions, particularly involving Jemima Ferret, a determined matchmaker, the stage is set for a budding romance with Miss Robinson. Their relationship develops amidst the backdrop of small-town gossip and Hartland’s own contemplations about love and companionship, revealing the intricacies of human emotions and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43756 |
| Release Date | Sep 17, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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