Lady Rose's Daughter by Mrs. Humphry Ward
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| Author | Ward, Humphry, Mrs., 1851-1920 |
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| Illustrator | Christy, Howard Chandler, 1873-1952 |
| Title | Lady Rose's Daughter |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Lady Rose's Daughter" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story centers around the complexities of social relationships and family secrets, primarily following Mademoiselle Julie Le Breton, a young woman serving as the companion to the aging Lady Henry, who is increasingly jealous and threatened by Julie's social prowess and charm. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Sir Wilfrid Bury, who returns to London after years abroad and visits Lady Henry. The scene unfolds at one of Lady Henry's gatherings, revealing her declining health and dependence on her companion, Julie. The beginning hints at the friction between Lady Henry and her companion, showcasing Lady Henry's dissatisfaction and jealousy towards Julie, whose past and lineage unfold as a significant element. The reader gets a glimpse of the intricate dynamics of social standing, the power struggles within relationships, and the implications of long-buried secrets tied to Julie's parentage, all adding layers of tension and intrigue to the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13782 |
| Release Date | Oct 18, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 142 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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