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Kipling, Rudyard
1865
1936
Kipling, R. (Rudyard)
Kipling, Joseph Rudyard
D'Arcy, Ella
1857
1937
Darcey, Ella
D'Arcy, Constance Eleanor Mary Byrne
Doyle, Arthur Conan
1859
1930
Conan Doyle, Arthur, Sir
Doyle, Sir Arthur Conan
Doyle, A. Conan
Gissing, George
1857
1903
Gissing, George Robert
Morrison, Arthur
1863
1945
Victorian Short Stories of Troubled Marriages
Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
The Bronckhorst Divorce-Case, by Rudyard Kipling -- Irremediable, by Ella D'Arcy -- "A Poor Stick," by Arthur Morrison -- The Adventure of the Abbey Grange, by Arthur Conan Doyle -- The Prize Lodger, by George Gissing.
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"Victorian Short Stories of Troubled Marriages" by Rudyard Kipling et al. is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The anthology delves into the complexities and challenges of marital relationships in the Victorian era, exploring themes of infidelity, discord, and societal expectations. Through various narratives, readers can anticipate encountering troubled couples facing distinctive personal dilemmas and societal pressures. The opening of the book begins with "The Bronckhorst Divorce-Case," a story that presents the grim marriage of Bronckhorst, a coarse and disrespectful husband, and his devoted wife. As Bronckhorst's disdain for his wife manifests through cruel remarks and disregard for her feelings, it becomes evident that their marriage is fraught with tension. The narrative builds suspense as Bronckhorst accuses a man named Biel of pursuing his wife, leading to a court case that unveils deeper layers of conflict and betrayal. This story sets the tone for the collection, revealing the often profound sadness and intricate dynamics intertwined in troubled marriages during the Victorian period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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