Marjorie Daw by Thomas Bailey Aldrich
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| Author | Aldrich, Thomas Bailey, 1836-1907 |
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| Title | Marjorie Daw |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marjorie_Daw_(short_story) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Susan L. Farley, and David Widger |
| Summary | "Marjorie Daw" by Thomas Bailey Aldrich is a novel written during the late 19th century, reflecting the sensibilities of the Victorian era. The story explores themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships, centering on the interaction between two young men and a beautiful young woman, Marjorie Daw. The narrative unfolds through a series of letters between Edward Delaney and his friend John Flemming, who is recovering from a leg injury that confines him to his home. Flemming becomes infatuated with Marjorie Daw, the daughter of a wealthy ex-colonel who lives across the street from Delaney. As Delaney describes the charming and elusive Marjorie, it becomes clear that she is aware of Flemming's existence and begins to develop feelings for him despite their lack of direct contact. Their correspondence intensifies the romantic intrigue, with misunderstandings and social pressures complicating their budding relationship. As tension builds, it becomes critical for Flemming to navigate the delicate situation without directly involving himself, leading to a poignant exploration of love from a distance and the impact of fate on human connections. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Epistolary fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1758 |
| Release Date | May 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 141 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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