The History of Samuel Titmarsh and the Great Hoggarty Diamond by Thackeray

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Author Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863
Title The History of Samuel Titmarsh and the Great Hoggarty Diamond
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1911 John Murray edition by David Price
Summary "The History of Samuel Titmarsh and the Great Hoggarty Diamond" by Thackeray is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The story follows Samuel Titmarsh, a young clerk who is navigating life in London after receiving an extravagant diamond pin from his wealthy aunt, Mrs. Hoggarty. The diamond serves as a catalyst for various social excursions and misadventures as Samuel navigates his relationships with both aristocrats and fellow clerks, contrasting his humble beginnings with his newfound social standing. The opening of the novel sets the stage for Samuel's life, illuminating his close relationship with his wealthy aunt, who gifts him an ornate locket containing a valuable diamond. As he returns to London, Samuel is filled with hope and expectations of fortune and social elevation, dreaming of a handsome gift that might come his way. However, he is met with the humor and absurdity of his aunt’s actual present: an ornate locket meant to symbolize his connection to his uncle, rather than cash. This scenario underlines Samuel's mix of ambition and dissatisfaction as he engages with both the working-class life and the upper echelons of society, suggesting he is on the brink of a series of comical encounters tied to his diamond pin. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject English fiction -- 19th century
Subject Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 1933
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 23, 2006
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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