Mr. Keegan's Elopement by Winston Churchill
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| Author | Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947 |
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| LoC No. | 03014268 |
| Title | Mr. Keegan's Elopement |
| Original Publication | United States: The Macmillan Company,1896,copyright 1903. |
| Series Title | Little novels by favourite authors |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mr. Keegan's Elopement" by Winston Churchill is a charming novella that falls into the category of fiction, likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around themes of love and adventure, depicting a young naval officer's daring attempt to elope with his beloved despite her father's disapproval. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Madeira, the narrative combines elements of humor and romance, highlighting the lengths to which the characters go for love. The storyline follows Ensign John Pennington as he prepares to leave Madeira without securing the love of Eleanor Inglefield, the woman he wishes to marry. However, his friend Dennis Keegan, who is determined to see Pennington's plans succeed, devises a scheme to facilitate the elopement. With the help of the master-at-arms, Keegan orchestrates a covert rendezvous that leads to a thrilling nighttime escape. As the characters navigate obstacles, including a skeptical father and the complexities of their social standing, the tale unfolds with engaging dialogue and clever plotting, culminating in a joyful conclusion that highlights the triumph of love over societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Elopement -- Fiction |
| Subject | United States. Navy -- Officers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Madeira Islands -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67957 |
| Release Date | Apr 30, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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