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Title: Phemie Keller : a novel, vol. 1 of 3
Original Publication: London: Tinsley Brothers, 1866.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Phemie Keller: a novel, vol. 1 of 3" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a work of fiction likely written in the mid-19th century. The novel explores themes of beauty, isolation, and human connection through the character of Captain Henry Gower Stondon, who finds himself entangled in the quiet life and complicated emotions of the inhabitants of Tordale Valley, particularly the enchanting Phemie Keller. The story is set against the backdrop of the picturesque yet rugged Cumberland hills, hinting at both the allure and the constraints of rural life. The opening of the novel introduces Captain Stondon, who travels to Tordale and is immediately captivated by the scenic beauty surrounding a secluded church. His reflections on life and death reveal a sense of longing and melancholy that permeates his existence as a wanderer. Upon attending a service, he is struck by the voice of Phemie Keller, a young woman of remarkable beauty and talent, whom he observes with keen interest. As the narrative unfolds, Stondon grapples with his feelings while navigating the dynamics of the local community, particularly regarding Phemie's status and prospects, which are complicated by her familial background and the expectations set upon her by her relatives. The stage is set for a poignant exploration of love, societal roles, and the tension between aspiration and reality as the characters' lives become increasingly intertwined. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Riddell, J. H., Mrs., 1832-1906
EBook No.: 71357
Published: Aug 6, 2023
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Married women -- Fiction
Subject: Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject: Spouses -- Fiction
Subject: May-December romances -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Phemie Keller : a novel, vol. 1 of 3
Original Publication: London: Tinsley Brothers, 1866.
Note: Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Phemie Keller: a novel, vol. 1 of 3" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a work of fiction likely written in the mid-19th century. The novel explores themes of beauty, isolation, and human connection through the character of Captain Henry Gower Stondon, who finds himself entangled in the quiet life and complicated emotions of the inhabitants of Tordale Valley, particularly the enchanting Phemie Keller. The story is set against the backdrop of the picturesque yet rugged Cumberland hills, hinting at both the allure and the constraints of rural life. The opening of the novel introduces Captain Stondon, who travels to Tordale and is immediately captivated by the scenic beauty surrounding a secluded church. His reflections on life and death reveal a sense of longing and melancholy that permeates his existence as a wanderer. Upon attending a service, he is struck by the voice of Phemie Keller, a young woman of remarkable beauty and talent, whom he observes with keen interest. As the narrative unfolds, Stondon grapples with his feelings while navigating the dynamics of the local community, particularly regarding Phemie's status and prospects, which are complicated by her familial background and the expectations set upon her by her relatives. The stage is set for a poignant exploration of love, societal roles, and the tension between aspiration and reality as the characters' lives become increasingly intertwined. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Riddell, J. H., Mrs., 1832-1906
EBook No.: 71357
Published: Aug 6, 2023
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Married women -- Fiction
Subject: Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject: England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject: Spouses -- Fiction
Subject: May-December romances -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.