A Modern Chronicle — Volume 02 by Winston Churchill
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| Author | Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947 |
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| Title | A Modern Chronicle — Volume 02 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "A Modern Chronicle — Volume 02" by Winston Churchill is a novel written during the early 20th century. This installment continues to explore the life of Honora Leffingwell as she navigates social intricacies regarding family, society, and romance in a picturesque setting, apparently characterized by a blend of charm and complexity as she comes of age in what appears to be affluent surroundings. The opening of this volume introduces Honora aboard a Pullman train, filled with romantic aspirations as she travels to Silverdale, a country house that symbolizes the social aspirations of her life. As she arrives, the narrative reveals her impression of the Holt family and their social circle, whom she idealizes in various ways, particularly the charismatic Ethel Wing. The dynamics between Honora and her relatives gradually unfold, highlighting contrasts in their characters and lifestyles, especially in matters of wealth, duty, and social status. Honora's experiences with both the vicomte and Mr. Spence, alongside her intrigue for the elements of charity work through the Holt institution, set the stage for her personal explorations of identity, desire, and societal expectations as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Marriage -- Fiction |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Social conditions -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5375 |
| Release Date | Oct 19, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 45 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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