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Title: Our Admirable Betty: A Romance
Note: Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "Our Admirable Betty: A Romance" by Jeffery Farnol is a historical romance novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to Major John D'Arcy, a battle-hardened soldier with a past, and the charming Lady Elizabeth Carlyon, also known as "Betty." The plot revolves around their developing relationship amidst a backdrop of society and the whimsical distractions of life, with elements of humor and adventure infused into their encounters. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Major D'Arcy as he grapples with his mundane life after years of service, contemplating his solitary existence in a grand manor. The opening scenes depict a lively interaction between the Major and his bumbling yet loyal Sergeant, Zebedee Tring, who expresses admiration for the Major’s bravery and recounts the missing cherries from the Major’s favorite tree, indicating a theft. Their conversation hints at a hint of melancholy and nostalgia, tackling themes of companionship and lost vitality while setting the stage for the arrival of the enchanting Lady Betty. This introduction establishes a whimsical tone, reflecting the characters' quirks while foreshadowing their intricate interactions that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Farnol, Jeffery, 1878-1952
EBook No.: 33597
Published: Sep 1, 2010
Downloads: 98
Language: English
Subject: Mate selection -- Fiction
Subject: Courtship -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Our Admirable Betty: A Romance
Note: Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Al Haines
Summary: "Our Admirable Betty: A Romance" by Jeffery Farnol is a historical romance novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to Major John D'Arcy, a battle-hardened soldier with a past, and the charming Lady Elizabeth Carlyon, also known as "Betty." The plot revolves around their developing relationship amidst a backdrop of society and the whimsical distractions of life, with elements of humor and adventure infused into their encounters. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Major D'Arcy as he grapples with his mundane life after years of service, contemplating his solitary existence in a grand manor. The opening scenes depict a lively interaction between the Major and his bumbling yet loyal Sergeant, Zebedee Tring, who expresses admiration for the Major’s bravery and recounts the missing cherries from the Major’s favorite tree, indicating a theft. Their conversation hints at a hint of melancholy and nostalgia, tackling themes of companionship and lost vitality while setting the stage for the arrival of the enchanting Lady Betty. This introduction establishes a whimsical tone, reflecting the characters' quirks while foreshadowing their intricate interactions that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Farnol, Jeffery, 1878-1952
EBook No.: 33597
Published: Sep 1, 2010
Downloads: 98
Language: English
Subject: Mate selection -- Fiction
Subject: Courtship -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.