A Hazard of New Fortunes — Volume 1 by William Dean Howells
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| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
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| Title | A Hazard of New Fortunes — Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Hazard_of_New_Fortunes |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "A Hazard of New Fortunes — Volume 1" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century, specifically in the context of the socio-economic transformations of America after the Industrial Revolution. The narrative follows the main character, Basil March, who is confronted with a momentous decision to leave behind his life as an insurance agent in Boston to pursue a literary career in New York City—a bustling metropolis full of opportunities and challenges. The opening of the novel establishes March's internal conflict as he navigates a conversation with the ambitious Fulkerson, who persuades him to consider editing a new magazine. March is depicted as a man weary of his current occupation and yearning for a more fulfilling engagement with literature. The dialogue reveals his hesitation, his affection for his family, and the complexities of their lives as they contemplate a move to New York. Mrs. March, his wife, shares in this journey of uncertainty as she grapples with her deep-seated attachment to Boston and the potential upheaval of their family dynamics. This portion of the book sets the stage for a rich exploration of the characters' aspirations, societal changes, and the personal stakes involved in chasing one's dreams amidst the backdrop of a rapidly evolving America. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Subject | City and town life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Married people -- Fiction |
| Subject | Social classes -- Fiction |
| Subject | Middle-aged persons -- Fiction |
| Subject | Moving, Household -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3366 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 49 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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