The Cliff-Dwellers: A Novel by Henry Blake Fuller
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| Author | Fuller, Henry Blake, 1857-1929 |
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| Illustrator | Thulstrup, Thure de, 1848-1930 |
| Title | The Cliff-Dwellers: A Novel |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Cliff-Dwellers: A Novel" by Henry Blake Fuller is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of Chicago's rapidly evolving urban landscape, the novel explores themes of social interactions, aspirations, and the complexities of life in a bustling city. The story revolves around characters related to the Massachusetts Brass Company, including Walworth Floyd, who navigates his life amidst family expectations and societal pressures. The opening of the novel sets the stage by vividly describing the Clifton, a towering building housing a diverse group of people, including affluent businessmen and their families. The narrative introduces several key characters, including Walworth Floyd, who grapples with his position in life and the dynamics within his family, particularly regarding his choice of friends and his marriage. A significant focus is placed on the interactions between Walworth, his wife, and other young individuals in the community, foreshadowing deeper social themes and personal conflicts that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Chicago (Ill.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | City and town life -- Illinois -- Chicago -- Fiction |
| Subject | Chicago (Ill.) -- Social conditions -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57782 |
| Release Date | Aug 27, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 18, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 154 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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