The Father and Daughter: A Tale, in Prose by Amelia Opie
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| Author | Opie, Amelia, 1769-1853 |
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| Illustrator | Opie, John, 1761-1807 |
| Title | The Father and Daughter: A Tale, in Prose |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Father_and_Daughter |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Father and Daughter: A Tale, in Prose" by Amelia Opie is a fictional narrative written in the early 19th century. This emotionally charged tale delves into the complicated relationship between a devoted father, Mr. Fitzhenry, and his beloved daughter, Agnes, who faces temptations that ultimately lead her astray. Central themes explore parental love, the consequences of social pressures, and the loss of virtue, making it a poignant reflection on morality and familial bonds. The beginning of the story introduces us to Agnes, a lovely and accomplished young woman, as she grapples with her fate amidst the dark, wintry landscape while reflecting on her disastrous decisions. Despite her father's deep affection and determination to provide for her after his wife's death, Agnes finds herself seduced by Clifford, a charming but unscrupulous officer, leading her away from her loving home. As she reluctantly embarks on a tumultuous path that leads to disgrace, her father deteriorates in mental anguish when he learns of her elopement and shame. The narrative sets the tone for an exploration of love, loss, and the dimensions of guilt and redemption, highlighting Agnes's internal struggle as she faces the consequences of her choices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Psychological fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Fathers and daughters -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mentally ill -- Fiction |
| Subject | Seduction -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49621 |
| Release Date | Aug 5, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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