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Title: Charles Tyrrell; or, The Bitter Blood. Volumes I and II

Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by
Google Books (Princeton University)

Summary: "Charles Tyrrell; or, The Bitter Blood" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The work introduces us to the life and experiences of Charles Tyrrell and his tumultuous family dynamics, particularly his relationship with his tyrannical father, Sir Francis Tyrrell. Central themes include the complexities of familial love, the burdens of inheritance, and the search for personal identity amidst strife and expectations. The opening of the novel establishes a reflective tone as it explores the juxtaposition of renewal and decay seen through the lens of nature and personal relationships. The narrative begins with philosophical musings about the seasons and their relation to human existence, setting the stage for the protagonist's contemplative journey. As Charles Tyrrell navigates his upbringing in a toxic household dominated by his father's mercurial temperament, we see early indications of his character—marked by a deep attachment to his mother and an aversion to his father's oppressive nature. This dynamic creates a foundation for the conflict and turmoil that will follow, as Charles grapples with the legacy of his family and his quest for autonomy and understanding in a challenging environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860

EBook No.: 50856

Published: Jan 6, 2016

Downloads: 62

Language: English

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction

Subject: Murder -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Charles Tyrrell; or, The Bitter Blood. Volumes I and II

Note: Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by
Google Books (Princeton University)

Summary: "Charles Tyrrell; or, The Bitter Blood" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The work introduces us to the life and experiences of Charles Tyrrell and his tumultuous family dynamics, particularly his relationship with his tyrannical father, Sir Francis Tyrrell. Central themes include the complexities of familial love, the burdens of inheritance, and the search for personal identity amidst strife and expectations. The opening of the novel establishes a reflective tone as it explores the juxtaposition of renewal and decay seen through the lens of nature and personal relationships. The narrative begins with philosophical musings about the seasons and their relation to human existence, setting the stage for the protagonist's contemplative journey. As Charles Tyrrell navigates his upbringing in a toxic household dominated by his father's mercurial temperament, we see early indications of his character—marked by a deep attachment to his mother and an aversion to his father's oppressive nature. This dynamic creates a foundation for the conflict and turmoil that will follow, as Charles grapples with the legacy of his family and his quest for autonomy and understanding in a challenging environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860

EBook No.: 50856

Published: Jan 6, 2016

Downloads: 62

Language: English

Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction

Subject: Murder -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.