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Title: Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I.
Note: Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I." by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of military life in Dublin, it explores the lives and interactions of various characters, particularly the enigmatic figure Sir Brook Fossbrooke and young Lieutenant Trafford. This work combines elements of fiction and social commentary, highlighting themes of friendship, class, and personal history against the complexities of late Victorian society. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a group of military officers enjoying a post-dinner conversation, revealing aspects of their camaraderie and curiosity about Sir Brook Fossbrooke, a man with a storied past. As Fossbrooke joins the conversation, he captivates the younger officers with anecdotes and reflections on life, suggesting a depth to his character that intrigues them. Amidst discussions of fishing and social status, young Trafford expresses a desire to spend time with Fossbrooke, setting the stage for the developing relationships and interwoven narratives that may unfold in the subsequent chapters. The initial interactions hint at Fossbrooke's philosophical outlook and the youthful exuberance of Trafford, establishing a dynamic that promises further exploration of their adventures and challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lever, Charles James, 1806-1872
Illustrator: Wheeler, Edward J., 1848?-1933
EBook No.: 35296
Published: Feb 16, 2011
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I.
Note: Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume I." by Charles James Lever is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of military life in Dublin, it explores the lives and interactions of various characters, particularly the enigmatic figure Sir Brook Fossbrooke and young Lieutenant Trafford. This work combines elements of fiction and social commentary, highlighting themes of friendship, class, and personal history against the complexities of late Victorian society. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a group of military officers enjoying a post-dinner conversation, revealing aspects of their camaraderie and curiosity about Sir Brook Fossbrooke, a man with a storied past. As Fossbrooke joins the conversation, he captivates the younger officers with anecdotes and reflections on life, suggesting a depth to his character that intrigues them. Amidst discussions of fishing and social status, young Trafford expresses a desire to spend time with Fossbrooke, setting the stage for the developing relationships and interwoven narratives that may unfold in the subsequent chapters. The initial interactions hint at Fossbrooke's philosophical outlook and the youthful exuberance of Trafford, establishing a dynamic that promises further exploration of their adventures and challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lever, Charles James, 1806-1872
Illustrator: Wheeler, Edward J., 1848?-1933
EBook No.: 35296
Published: Feb 16, 2011
Downloads: 103
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.