The Honour of the Clintons by Archibald Marshall
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| Author | Marshall, Archibald, 1866-1934 |
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| Title | The Honour of the Clintons |
| Note | Sequel to: The Eldest Son, #38646 . |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "The Honour of the Clintons" by Archibald Marshall is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Clinton family, particularly focusing on Nancy and Joan, twin sisters navigating their roles and expectations in a rural English society. The narrative explores themes of family honor, societal norms, and the impact of external influences on traditional values, ignited by Joan's recent visit to a more liberal social circle. The opening of the book introduces us to the tranquil setting of Kencote, where Nancy awaits the return of her twin sister, Joan, who has just come back from a controversial trip to Brummels. Their father, the Squire, harbors deep disapproval over Joan's visit due to its association with questionable characters, particularly Mrs. Amberley. The chapter sets the tone for the family's dynamics, showcasing the authority of the Squire and the contrasting youthful rebellion of the twins. Tension builds as the narrative hints at future challenges resulting from Joan's experiences, particularly surrounding a scandal involving a stolen pearl necklace, indicating that the peaceful life at Kencote may be disrupted by the repercussions of actions taken outside its confines. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Country life -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Families -- Fiction |
| Subject | Upper class -- England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38647 |
| Release Date | Jan 23, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 150 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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