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Title: Barnabé Rudge, Tome II
Note: Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Ebooks Libres et Gratuits; this text is also available in multiple formats at www.ebooksgratuits.com
Summary: "Barnabé Rudge, Tome II" by Charles Dickens is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the tumultuous events surrounding the Gordon Riots in London, focusing on themes of social unrest and class struggle. The narrative prominently features Barnabé Rudge, a character navigating the complexities of his environment amid oppressive societal tensions and personal struggles. The opening of the text sets a vivid scene, depicting a locksmith consumed by uncertainty and anxiety as he observes the home of Mr. Haredale, a man embroiled in mysterious activities that signify deeper conflicts. The narrative introduces various characters like Mr. Haredale and the secretive Mr. Gashford, as well as the rising political turmoil around them marked by cries of “No Popery!” amidst the backdrop of an increasingly fractious society. The tension escalates, foreshadowing violent confrontations and highlighting the stark differences between various social classes. This establishes the groundwork for a plot rich with intrigue and conflict, drawing readers into a world where personal passions collide with broader historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
Translator: Bonnomet, M.
EBook No.: 17880
Published: Feb 27, 2006
Downloads: 59
Language: French
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Gordon Riots, 1780 -- Fiction
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction
Subject: Apprentices -- Fiction
Subject: Political fiction
Subject: Mystery fiction
Subject: Locksmiths -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Barnabé Rudge, Tome II
Note: Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Ebooks Libres et Gratuits; this text is also available in multiple formats at www.ebooksgratuits.com
Summary: "Barnabé Rudge, Tome II" by Charles Dickens is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the tumultuous events surrounding the Gordon Riots in London, focusing on themes of social unrest and class struggle. The narrative prominently features Barnabé Rudge, a character navigating the complexities of his environment amid oppressive societal tensions and personal struggles. The opening of the text sets a vivid scene, depicting a locksmith consumed by uncertainty and anxiety as he observes the home of Mr. Haredale, a man embroiled in mysterious activities that signify deeper conflicts. The narrative introduces various characters like Mr. Haredale and the secretive Mr. Gashford, as well as the rising political turmoil around them marked by cries of “No Popery!” amidst the backdrop of an increasingly fractious society. The tension escalates, foreshadowing violent confrontations and highlighting the stark differences between various social classes. This establishes the groundwork for a plot rich with intrigue and conflict, drawing readers into a world where personal passions collide with broader historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
Translator: Bonnomet, M.
EBook No.: 17880
Published: Feb 27, 2006
Downloads: 59
Language: French
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Gordon Riots, 1780 -- Fiction
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction
Subject: Apprentices -- Fiction
Subject: Political fiction
Subject: Mystery fiction
Subject: Locksmiths -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.