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2004-10-18
Public domain in the USA.
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Churchill, Winston
1871
1947
Richard Carvel — Volume 02
Reading ease score: 90.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Produced by David Widger
"Richard Carvel — Volume 02" by Winston Churchill is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Richard Carvel, a young man navigating social complexities, familial expectations, and romantic entanglements in colonial Maryland. The opening chapters introduce themes of youth, social class, and the intricacies of friendship and love, particularly focusing on Richard's relationships with the charming but capricious Dorothy Manners and the more grounded Patty Swain. The opening of the narrative sets the stage for Richard's struggles with his feelings for Dorothy, who flirts with various suitors yet remains elusive. Richard's attempts at courting her are complicated by his perceived social standing and the playful yet hurtful banter between the friends. Meanwhile, Patty, who is developing into a young woman of substance, serves as Richard's confidante yet also embodies the societal divides of their time. As Richard becomes more aware of the dynamics of love and loyalty against a backdrop of political tensions and personal intrigue, the story hints at conflict and potentially deeper emotional revelations that lie ahead in their journeys. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction
Maryland -- History -- Fiction
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