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Title: Davenport Dunn, a Man of Our Day. Volume 1 (of 2)
Note: Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Davenport Dunn, a Man of Our Day" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of picturesque Como and involving elements of social commentary, it introduces readers to various characters involved in the hydropathic resort scene, hinting at themes of health, wealth, and society's complexities. At its center is Mr. Davenport Dunn, whose influence and reputation seem to permeate the interactions and opinions of those around him. At the start of the story, the idyllic setting of Como is adeptly described, serving as a luxurious escape for its eclectic guests. The narrative introduces several key characters, including Lord Lackington, who embodies the old-school gentleman, and others like Mr. Spicer and the O'Reilly family, who add a layer of diverse dynamics to the plot. The conversations among the visitors reveal their varying motivations for being at the resort, from aspirations of health to social pretensions, while anticipation builds around the soon-to-arrive Mr. Dunn, indicating his significant presence in the intertwined lives of these characters. The intricate social interactions and the commentary on societal norms create a rich tapestry for readers to explore throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lever, Charles James, 1806-1872
Illustrator: Browne, Hablot Knight, 1815-1882
EBook No.: 32341
Published: May 11, 2010
Downloads: 174
Language: English
Subject: Capitalists and financiers -- Fiction
Subject: Aristocracy (Social class) -- Great Britain -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Davenport Dunn, a Man of Our Day. Volume 1 (of 2)
Note: Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Davenport Dunn, a Man of Our Day" by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of picturesque Como and involving elements of social commentary, it introduces readers to various characters involved in the hydropathic resort scene, hinting at themes of health, wealth, and society's complexities. At its center is Mr. Davenport Dunn, whose influence and reputation seem to permeate the interactions and opinions of those around him. At the start of the story, the idyllic setting of Como is adeptly described, serving as a luxurious escape for its eclectic guests. The narrative introduces several key characters, including Lord Lackington, who embodies the old-school gentleman, and others like Mr. Spicer and the O'Reilly family, who add a layer of diverse dynamics to the plot. The conversations among the visitors reveal their varying motivations for being at the resort, from aspirations of health to social pretensions, while anticipation builds around the soon-to-arrive Mr. Dunn, indicating his significant presence in the intertwined lives of these characters. The intricate social interactions and the commentary on societal norms create a rich tapestry for readers to explore throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lever, Charles James, 1806-1872
Illustrator: Browne, Hablot Knight, 1815-1882
EBook No.: 32341
Published: May 11, 2010
Downloads: 174
Language: English
Subject: Capitalists and financiers -- Fiction
Subject: Aristocracy (Social class) -- Great Britain -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.