| Author |
Bird, Robert Montgomery, 1806-1854 |
| Title |
Sheppard Lee, Written by Himself. Vol. 2 (of 2)
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the University of Virginia Library)
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| Summary |
"Sheppard Lee, Written by Himself. Vol. 2" by Robert Montgomery Bird is a novel written in the early 19th century. In this work, the main character, Sheppard Lee, undergoes a series of extraordinary transformations that allow him to experience life from various perspectives, delving into themes of identity, morality, and the human condition. The narrative offers a satirical look at society, particularly exploring the consequences of greed and moral failure through the experience of Sheppard Lee as he inhabits the lives of others. The opening of this volume introduces the character of Abram Skinner, whose miserly tendencies and neglect of his children create a tragic family dynamic. Sheppard Lee, now embodying Skinner, is forced to grapple with the consequences of neglecting parental duties while feeling inexplicably attached to Skinner’s children. As he struggles with his newfound emotions, the turmoil within the family leads to confrontations with the sons, who indulge in vice instead of embracing the opportunities their father's wealth could provide. The detailed exposition sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the impacts of avarice and familial strife, highlighting how wealth can destroy relationships and produce anguish, not happiness. (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 |
Satire
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| Subject |
American fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
46622 |
| Release Date |
Aug 19, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 4, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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