Crotchet Castle by Thomas Love Peacock

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Author Peacock, Thomas Love, 1785-1866
Title Crotchet Castle
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crotchet_Castle
Note Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Transcribed from the 1887 Cassell & Company edition by David Price
Summary "Crotchet Castle" by Thomas Love Peacock is a satirical novel written during the early 19th century. The work centers around the character Ebenezer Mac Crotchet, a retired citizen who has moved from London to a supposed villa, which he dubs "Crotchet Castle." The narrative explores themes of social status, ambition, and the pursuit of knowledge through the lens of humor and wit, highlighting Crotchet's aspiration to be considered a gentleman and the interactions he has with various colorful characters, including his children and local intellectuals. At the start of "Crotchet Castle," we are introduced to Crotchet, his wealth accumulation methods, and his attempts to present himself as a refined country gentleman, despite his humble and somewhat dubious beginnings. The novel opens with a detailed description of the picturesque setting along the Thames, leading to the introduction of Mac Crotchet, who exhibits a keen desire for social recognition with frivolities like creating a coat of arms and redesigning his identity. The chapter shifts focus to present Crotchet’s son and daughter, highlighting their respective romantic challenges and societal expectations, alongside the Reverend Doctor Folliott who adds wit and commentary on contemporary issues, suggesting that the plot will intertwine various philosophical discussions and whimsical debates among the assembled guests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Authors -- Fiction
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Philosophy -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 2075
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jul 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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