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Title: The Beautiful Wretch; The Pupil of Aurelius; and The Four Macnicols

Note: Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Beautiful Wretch" by William Black is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Anne Beresford, a young girl known as "Nan," who is characterized as both intelligent and independent, yet grapples with the social expectations of young women in her time. Through her encounters with various characters, including Singing Sal and Lieutenant Frank King, the book explores themes of youth, individuality, and societal norms within the backdrop of the British seaside. The opening of the novel introduces us to Nan as she wanders the picturesque downs between Newhaven and Brighton on a golden August afternoon. As she enjoys the solitude of nature, she unexpectedly meets Singing Sal, an itinerant musician who admires Nan's elusive charm and sharp wit. Their conversation reveals Sal's perspective on life and social class, setting the stage for Nan's internal conflicts regarding her upbringing and the expectations placed upon her by her family and society. This initial encounter hints at the evolving relationships Nan will navigate, as she simultaneously seeks personal fulfillment and grapples with the complexities of her social world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Black, William, 1841-1898

EBook No.: 24094

Published: Dec 31, 2007

Downloads: 60

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Beautiful Wretch; The Pupil of Aurelius; and The Four Macnicols

Note: Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "The Beautiful Wretch" by William Black is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Anne Beresford, a young girl known as "Nan," who is characterized as both intelligent and independent, yet grapples with the social expectations of young women in her time. Through her encounters with various characters, including Singing Sal and Lieutenant Frank King, the book explores themes of youth, individuality, and societal norms within the backdrop of the British seaside. The opening of the novel introduces us to Nan as she wanders the picturesque downs between Newhaven and Brighton on a golden August afternoon. As she enjoys the solitude of nature, she unexpectedly meets Singing Sal, an itinerant musician who admires Nan's elusive charm and sharp wit. Their conversation reveals Sal's perspective on life and social class, setting the stage for Nan's internal conflicts regarding her upbringing and the expectations placed upon her by her family and society. This initial encounter hints at the evolving relationships Nan will navigate, as she simultaneously seeks personal fulfillment and grapples with the complexities of her social world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Black, William, 1841-1898

EBook No.: 24094

Published: Dec 31, 2007

Downloads: 60

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.