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Title: The Marquis of Lossie

Note: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Sequel to: Malcolm.

Credits: Martin Robb; smart quotes, italics, etc., added by Lisa
Wadsworth.

Summary: "The Marquis of Lossie" by George MacDonald is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is centered around Malcolm Colonsay, a complex character who is revealed to be the illegitimate son of the Marquis of Lossie. As Malcolm navigates his identity and relationships, particularly with his sister Florimel, the narrative explores themes of duty, belonging, and moral integrity amidst social expectations. The beginning of the novel introduces Malcolm in the stable-yard of Lossie House, illustrating his connection to the estate and his dedication to a difficult mare, Kelpie. Through dialogues with the estate's factor, Mr. Crathie, Malcolm’s struggles with his position and the expectations placed upon him are clear. He demonstrates both loyalty to the memory of his father and a profound moral compass, especially when discussing the ethics of selling horses without disclosing their faults. His attachment to Kelpie reveals a deeper emotional life as he grapples with the complexities of his past, hinting at his larger responsibilities toward his sister and their family's legacy. The opening sets a rich tone for Malcolm's development and personal conflicts throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: MacDonald, George, 1824-1905

EBook No.: 7174

Published: Dec 1, 2004

Downloads: 221

Language: English

Subject: Scotland -- Fiction

Subject: Christian fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Marquis of Lossie

Note: Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Note: Sequel to: Malcolm.

Credits: Martin Robb; smart quotes, italics, etc., added by Lisa
Wadsworth.

Summary: "The Marquis of Lossie" by George MacDonald is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is centered around Malcolm Colonsay, a complex character who is revealed to be the illegitimate son of the Marquis of Lossie. As Malcolm navigates his identity and relationships, particularly with his sister Florimel, the narrative explores themes of duty, belonging, and moral integrity amidst social expectations. The beginning of the novel introduces Malcolm in the stable-yard of Lossie House, illustrating his connection to the estate and his dedication to a difficult mare, Kelpie. Through dialogues with the estate's factor, Mr. Crathie, Malcolm’s struggles with his position and the expectations placed upon him are clear. He demonstrates both loyalty to the memory of his father and a profound moral compass, especially when discussing the ethics of selling horses without disclosing their faults. His attachment to Kelpie reveals a deeper emotional life as he grapples with the complexities of his past, hinting at his larger responsibilities toward his sister and their family's legacy. The opening sets a rich tone for Malcolm's development and personal conflicts throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: MacDonald, George, 1824-1905

EBook No.: 7174

Published: Dec 1, 2004

Downloads: 221

Language: English

Subject: Scotland -- Fiction

Subject: Christian fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.