The Fortunes of the Farrells by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey
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| Author | Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs., 1857-1917 |
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| Title | The Fortunes of the Farrells |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "The Fortunes of the Farrells" by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the Farrell family, especially focusing on the young daughters Mollie and Ruth, who navigate their financial struggles and the impact of a wealthy, estranged relative named Uncle Bernard, who unexpectedly reenters their lives. The dynamics within the family, their hopes, dreams, and the contrasting expectations placed upon them create a lively backdrop that hints at deeper themes of love, sacrifice, and socioeconomic challenges. The opening of the novel introduces Uncle Bernard Farrell, a reclusive and wealthy man who has decided to summon his nieces and nephews to gauge who among them might inherit his fortune. The initial meeting takes place in a domestic setting, where the two eldest daughters, Ruth and Mollie, discuss their financial woes and aspirations amid their mundane household chores and responsibilities. As the sisters anticipate a change in their fortunes, the narrative conveys a vivid depiction of family life and the struggles for independence against a backdrop of societal expectations. The interactions between the characters reveal their personalities and aspirations while setting the stage for the ensuing adventures and family drama that will unfold surrounding Uncle Bernard’s presence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Uncles -- Fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21120 |
| Release Date | Apr 17, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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