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Title: Garrick's Pupil

Note: Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Annie McGuire. This book was produced from
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Summary: "Garrick's Pupil" by Augustin Filon is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces readers to the character of Esther Woodville, a young actress whose career is beginning to flourish in the vibrant world of 18th-century London. The story unfolds against the backdrop of art, theatre, and societal dynamics as Esther interacts with notable figures such as the esteemed painter Sir Joshua Reynolds, showcasing her struggles with independence and the expectations imposed upon her by society. At the start of the novel, the reader is immersed in a picturesque English spring afternoon, where Esther arrives at Reynolds's studio accompanied by her aunt. The chapter vividly portrays their arrival and the bustling atmosphere of London, enriched with intricate details about the sights and sounds surrounding them. As Esther prepares to sit for her portrait as the character Rosalind from Shakespeare's play, the conversation with Reynolds reveals her longing for freedom from her aunt's strict guardianship and the constraints of society. This opening sets up Esther's journey through a world filled with ambition, romance, and the complexities of love, hinting at her internal conflicts and the potential challenges she will face as she navigates her newfound fame. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Filon, Augustin, 1841-1916

Translator: Prichard, J. V.

EBook No.: 35023

Published: Jan 21, 2011

Downloads: 57

Language: English

Subject: French fiction -- Translations into English

Subject: Garrick, David, 1717-1779 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:35023:2 2011-01-21T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Prichard, J. V. Filon, Augustin en 1
2024-11-06T00:41:10Z Garrick's Pupil

This edition has images.

Title: Garrick's Pupil

Note: Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Annie McGuire. This book was produced from
scanned images of public domain material from the Google
Print archive.

Summary: "Garrick's Pupil" by Augustin Filon is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative introduces readers to the character of Esther Woodville, a young actress whose career is beginning to flourish in the vibrant world of 18th-century London. The story unfolds against the backdrop of art, theatre, and societal dynamics as Esther interacts with notable figures such as the esteemed painter Sir Joshua Reynolds, showcasing her struggles with independence and the expectations imposed upon her by society. At the start of the novel, the reader is immersed in a picturesque English spring afternoon, where Esther arrives at Reynolds's studio accompanied by her aunt. The chapter vividly portrays their arrival and the bustling atmosphere of London, enriched with intricate details about the sights and sounds surrounding them. As Esther prepares to sit for her portrait as the character Rosalind from Shakespeare's play, the conversation with Reynolds reveals her longing for freedom from her aunt's strict guardianship and the constraints of society. This opening sets up Esther's journey through a world filled with ambition, romance, and the complexities of love, hinting at her internal conflicts and the potential challenges she will face as she navigates her newfound fame. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Filon, Augustin, 1841-1916

Translator: Prichard, J. V.

EBook No.: 35023

Published: Jan 21, 2011

Downloads: 57

Language: English

Subject: French fiction -- Translations into English

Subject: Garrick, David, 1717-1779 -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:35023:3 2011-01-21T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Prichard, J. V. Filon, Augustin en 1