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Title: The Celebrity, Complete

Note: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "The Celebrity, Complete" by Winston Churchill is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces the life of a man who rises to fame, starting from humble beginnings as a young lawyer. The narrative follows the main character's reflections on the enigmatic figure known as the Celebrity, revealing his transformation from an ordinary individual into one celebrated for his literary prowess, yet grappling with the excesses and challenges that come with notoriety. The opening of the novel sets the stage for an exploration of themes such as fame, identity, and the human experience. The protagonist recalls his earlier acquaintance with the Celebrity, highlighting the stark contrast between the man he used to know and the persona he has crafted. As he navigates through his interactions and observations, the protagonist expresses a sense of irony about the milieu of fame, the superficiality of certain social circles, and the complexities inherent in human relationships, particularly as they pertain to admiration and envy. The intrigue develops as the protagonist's journey unfolds alongside the Celebrity's ongoing escapades, setting up a narrative rich in social commentary and personal introspection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947

EBook No.: 5387

Published: Oct 19, 2004

Downloads: 99

Language: English

Subject: Authors -- Fiction

Subject: Authorship -- Fiction

Subject: Celebrities -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-09T23:29:08Z The Celebrity, Complete

This edition has images.

Title: The Celebrity, Complete

Note: Reading ease score: 81.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "The Celebrity, Complete" by Winston Churchill is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces the life of a man who rises to fame, starting from humble beginnings as a young lawyer. The narrative follows the main character's reflections on the enigmatic figure known as the Celebrity, revealing his transformation from an ordinary individual into one celebrated for his literary prowess, yet grappling with the excesses and challenges that come with notoriety. The opening of the novel sets the stage for an exploration of themes such as fame, identity, and the human experience. The protagonist recalls his earlier acquaintance with the Celebrity, highlighting the stark contrast between the man he used to know and the persona he has crafted. As he navigates through his interactions and observations, the protagonist expresses a sense of irony about the milieu of fame, the superficiality of certain social circles, and the complexities inherent in human relationships, particularly as they pertain to admiration and envy. The intrigue develops as the protagonist's journey unfolds alongside the Celebrity's ongoing escapades, setting up a narrative rich in social commentary and personal introspection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947

EBook No.: 5387

Published: Oct 19, 2004

Downloads: 99

Language: English

Subject: Authors -- Fiction

Subject: Authorship -- Fiction

Subject: Celebrities -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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