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Title: The Haute Noblesse: A Novel
Note: Reading ease score: 90.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The Haute Noblesse: A Novel" by George Manville Fenn is a tale set in the late 19th century, merging themes of social standing and personal ambition against a backdrop of scenic coastal life. The story opens with Uncle Luke Vine, a cantankerous fisherman, who is approached by his lively nieces, Louisa and Madelaine. Their interactions hint at underlying family tensions, particularly concerning the family's reputation and interactions with those outside their social class. The opening of the novel introduces us to Uncle Luke as he fishes on a rocky point, reflecting his gruff nature and disdain for societal norms regarding his trade. The appearance of his nieces injects a lively banter into the scene, representing youthfulness and charm contrasted with their uncle’s cynicism. As they discuss family dynamics and romance—particularly the interest of young Harry Vine, Luke's nephew—the narrative sets up complex relationships characterized by affection, rivalry, and class concerns. The characters' playful exchanges foreshadow conflicts that may arise from the differing expectations of social status intertwined with matters of the heart, suggesting a deeper exploration of identity and societal pressures as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909
EBook No.: 35527
Published: Mar 8, 2011
Downloads: 162
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Haute Noblesse: A Novel
Note: Reading ease score: 90.7 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The Haute Noblesse: A Novel" by George Manville Fenn is a tale set in the late 19th century, merging themes of social standing and personal ambition against a backdrop of scenic coastal life. The story opens with Uncle Luke Vine, a cantankerous fisherman, who is approached by his lively nieces, Louisa and Madelaine. Their interactions hint at underlying family tensions, particularly concerning the family's reputation and interactions with those outside their social class. The opening of the novel introduces us to Uncle Luke as he fishes on a rocky point, reflecting his gruff nature and disdain for societal norms regarding his trade. The appearance of his nieces injects a lively banter into the scene, representing youthfulness and charm contrasted with their uncle’s cynicism. As they discuss family dynamics and romance—particularly the interest of young Harry Vine, Luke's nephew—the narrative sets up complex relationships characterized by affection, rivalry, and class concerns. The characters' playful exchanges foreshadow conflicts that may arise from the differing expectations of social status intertwined with matters of the heart, suggesting a deeper exploration of identity and societal pressures as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909
EBook No.: 35527
Published: Mar 8, 2011
Downloads: 162
Language: English
Subject: Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.