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Kingsley, Henry
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1876
The Recollections of Geoffrey Hamlyn
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"The Recollections of Geoffrey Hamlyn" by Henry Kingsley is a historical novel written during the mid-19th century, capturing the intricate social fabric of rural England and the complexities of familial relationships. The narrative is led by Geoffrey Hamlyn, who reflects on the lives of prominent families, particularly focusing on the Thornton and Buckley families, interweaving personal anecdotes with broader historical events such as the Napoleonic Wars. At the start of the story, set in the summer of 1857, Geoffrey Hamlyn finds himself reminiscing with Major Buckley and Captain Brentwood on a hot day. Their conversation hints at Geoffrey's desire to document the intertwined lives of the local families, igniting a plan to write a narrative that intertwines personal history with the vicissitudes of life and love. As they discuss notable past events, we are introduced to characters like John Thornton, a clergyman with a poignant love story, which sets the stage for a tale filled with deep emotional undercurrents and historical significance. The opening portion lays the groundwork for a rich exploration of themes such as love, loss, and the passage of time, all against the backdrop of societal change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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