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Title: Damon and Delia: A Tale

Note: Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "Damon and Delia: A Tale" by William Godwin is a novel written during the late 18th century. The story revolves around the lives of two central characters, Damon and Delia, as they navigate the complexities of love, societal expectations, and personal ambitions. Set against the backdrop of the racecourses in Southampton, the narrative explores themes of beauty, desire, and the strife between individual emotions and social conventions. At the start of the novel, the scene is set amidst a vibrant social gathering at the Southampton races. The introduction of Delia, a captivating beauty surrounded by numerous admirers, immediately draws attention. As the narrative unfolds, we see Delia's coyness toward her suitors, particularly her disdain for the most favored potential match, Lord Martin. Meanwhile, the mysterious stranger, Damon, enters the scene, commanding the attention of all present, including Delia. Their initial interaction at a ball hints at a burgeoning attraction, despite the complexities and rivalries that ensue. The opening portion of the tale deftly establishes the characters and their motivations, inviting readers into a richly layered exploration of romantic entanglements and societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Godwin, William, 1756-1836

EBook No.: 10318

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 59

Language: English

Subject: Courtship -- Fiction

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-05T13:43:20Z Damon and Delia: A Tale

This edition has images.

Title: Damon and Delia: A Tale

Note: Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Sheila Vogtmann and PG Distributed
Proofreaders

Summary: "Damon and Delia: A Tale" by William Godwin is a novel written during the late 18th century. The story revolves around the lives of two central characters, Damon and Delia, as they navigate the complexities of love, societal expectations, and personal ambitions. Set against the backdrop of the racecourses in Southampton, the narrative explores themes of beauty, desire, and the strife between individual emotions and social conventions. At the start of the novel, the scene is set amidst a vibrant social gathering at the Southampton races. The introduction of Delia, a captivating beauty surrounded by numerous admirers, immediately draws attention. As the narrative unfolds, we see Delia's coyness toward her suitors, particularly her disdain for the most favored potential match, Lord Martin. Meanwhile, the mysterious stranger, Damon, enters the scene, commanding the attention of all present, including Delia. Their initial interaction at a ball hints at a burgeoning attraction, despite the complexities and rivalries that ensue. The opening portion of the tale deftly establishes the characters and their motivations, inviting readers into a richly layered exploration of romantic entanglements and societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Godwin, William, 1756-1836

EBook No.: 10318

Published: Nov 1, 2003

Downloads: 59

Language: English

Subject: Courtship -- Fiction

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:10318:3 2003-11-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Godwin, William en 1