Villa Rubein, and Other Stories by John Galsworthy
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Author | Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
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Title | Villa Rubein, and Other Stories |
Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
Contents | Villa Rubein -- A man of Devon -- A knight -- Salvation of a Forsyte -- The silence. |
Credits | Produced by David Widger |
Summary | "Villa Rubein and Other Stories" by John Galsworthy is a collection of short stories likely written during the early 20th century. The stories explore themes of human emotion and the complexity of relationships, often set against a backdrop of social dynamics and individual aspirations. The opening story introduces the central character, Harz, a painter who is deeply engaged in his creative process and his interactions with a mixed household at Villa Rubein, highlighting the contrasts between artistic ambition and societal expectations. The opening of the story unfolds with Harz, an artist, as he navigates his daily life in Botzen, where he meets Edmund Dawney, a doctor; their conversations reveal contrasting views on passion and duty towards their respective professions. Harz is depicted as passionate and driven by a desire to create, while Dawney is practical and focused on social success. When Harz's isolation in his creative pursuits is interrupted by interactions with the family at Villa Rubein—including the innocent and curious young girl Greta- an unexpected warmth begins to bloom. The narrative transitions into deeper explorations of relationships and the philosophical underpinnings of art and life, setting the stage for both personal and artistic growth throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
Subject | Short stories |
Subject | English fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 2639 |
Release Date | Jun 14, 2006 |
Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 208 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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