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Title: Kissing the Rod: A Novel. (Vol. 1 of 3)
Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books
Summary: "Kissing the Rod: A Novel" by Edmund Yates is a fiction work written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around Robert Streightley, a dedicated money-broker who seems to adhere strictly to the rigors of his profession, yet finds his life unexpectedly touched by a young woman named Katharine Guyon, whose presence begins to awaken feelings in him that he has not previously experienced. The story appears to explore themes of class disparity, ambition, and the transformative power of love within the bustling context of 1860s London. The opening of the novel introduces us to the character of Robert Streightley, a successful and industrious money-broker whose life is defined by work and responsibility. As he diligently manages his business, he unexpectedly encounters Katharine Guyon, the daughter of one of his clients, who seeks his assistance regarding a bill due on behalf of her father. Their initial meeting sparks a contemplation in Robert, revealing his contrasting world of business and the allure of Katharine's more carefree life. As the narrative unfolds, Robert grapples with feelings of admiration and jealousy, especially upon recognizing Katharine's interactions with other young men, notably the handsome Gordon Frere, while he navigates his feelings of inadequacy and longing within this new emotional landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Yates, Edmund, 1831-1894
EBook No.: 58517
Published: Dec 22, 2018
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Kissing the Rod: A Novel. (Vol. 1 of 3)
Note: Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books
Summary: "Kissing the Rod: A Novel" by Edmund Yates is a fiction work written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around Robert Streightley, a dedicated money-broker who seems to adhere strictly to the rigors of his profession, yet finds his life unexpectedly touched by a young woman named Katharine Guyon, whose presence begins to awaken feelings in him that he has not previously experienced. The story appears to explore themes of class disparity, ambition, and the transformative power of love within the bustling context of 1860s London. The opening of the novel introduces us to the character of Robert Streightley, a successful and industrious money-broker whose life is defined by work and responsibility. As he diligently manages his business, he unexpectedly encounters Katharine Guyon, the daughter of one of his clients, who seeks his assistance regarding a bill due on behalf of her father. Their initial meeting sparks a contemplation in Robert, revealing his contrasting world of business and the allure of Katharine's more carefree life. As the narrative unfolds, Robert grapples with feelings of admiration and jealousy, especially upon recognizing Katharine's interactions with other young men, notably the handsome Gordon Frere, while he navigates his feelings of inadequacy and longing within this new emotional landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Yates, Edmund, 1831-1894
EBook No.: 58517
Published: Dec 22, 2018
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: England -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.