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Title: One of Our Conquerors — Volume 1
Note: Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger.
Summary: "One of Our Conquerors — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a novel published during the late 19th century. The story introduces us to Victor Radnor, a charismatic and somewhat introspective gentleman navigating the complexities of social interactions and personal dilemmas in London. The narrative appears to weave themes of class dynamics, love, and the tension between ambition and emotional fulfillment in a rapidly changing society. The opening portion of the narrative sets the stage for Victor Radnor's character as he crosses London Bridge, reflecting on a recent fall and engaging with various societal observations. As he interacts with a diverse crowd, including a somewhat antagonistic working-class man, we see his sensitivity to social hierarchies and conflicts. Radnor's thoughts drift toward his family, particularly his daughter, Nesta, and the emotional nuances of his past decisions, including a complicated relationship with a woman named Mrs. Burman. He grapples with societal expectations, personal pride, and his aspirations for happiness, providing a rich exploration of character and context that invites readers into the intricate world Meredith has crafted. The narrative promises to delve deeper into Radnor's relationships, his ambitions, and the underlying tensions of London life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Meredith, George, 1828-1909
EBook No.: 4471
Published: Sep 1, 2003
Downloads: 43
Language: English
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
Subject: England -- Social conditions -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: One of Our Conquerors — Volume 1
Note: Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger.
Summary: "One of Our Conquerors — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a novel published during the late 19th century. The story introduces us to Victor Radnor, a charismatic and somewhat introspective gentleman navigating the complexities of social interactions and personal dilemmas in London. The narrative appears to weave themes of class dynamics, love, and the tension between ambition and emotional fulfillment in a rapidly changing society. The opening portion of the narrative sets the stage for Victor Radnor's character as he crosses London Bridge, reflecting on a recent fall and engaging with various societal observations. As he interacts with a diverse crowd, including a somewhat antagonistic working-class man, we see his sensitivity to social hierarchies and conflicts. Radnor's thoughts drift toward his family, particularly his daughter, Nesta, and the emotional nuances of his past decisions, including a complicated relationship with a woman named Mrs. Burman. He grapples with societal expectations, personal pride, and his aspirations for happiness, providing a rich exploration of character and context that invites readers into the intricate world Meredith has crafted. The narrative promises to delve deeper into Radnor's relationships, his ambitions, and the underlying tensions of London life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Meredith, George, 1828-1909
EBook No.: 4471
Published: Sep 1, 2003
Downloads: 43
Language: English
Subject: English fiction -- 19th century
Subject: England -- Social conditions -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject: Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 19th century -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.