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Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret)
1828
1897
Oliphant, Margaret Oliphant Wilson
Mrs. (Margaret) Oliphant
Olyphant, Mrs.
Oliphant, M. O. W. (Margaret Oliphant Wilson)
Oliphant, Mrs. Margaret
Oliphant, Mrs.
Wilson, Margaret
Harry Muir : $b A story of Scottish life, vol. 1 (of 3)
$aLondon :$bHurst and Blackett, $c1853.
Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"Harry Muir: A Story of Scottish Life, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Mrs. Oliphant is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative explores the complexities of Scottish life through its characters, particularly focusing on Harry Muir, a clerk with considerable talent and charm but hampered by the burdens of his humble circumstances and family obligations. The story draws readers into the socio-economic dynamics of the time, highlighting themes of ambition, class, and familial responsibility. The opening of the story introduces us to several young men visiting Glasgow Cathedral, where they discuss Harry Muir, an intelligent clerk known for his singing but perceived to be of lowly status due to his upbringing and financial struggles. Muir's struggles are further illustrated when he is summoned for dinner by his wealthier colleagues, emphasizing the class distinctions at play. The narrative then shifts to a dramatic moment when Muir heroically saves a child from an accident, suffering a severe injury in the process. This event sets the stage for exploring the relationships between Muir, his wife, and his supportive sisters as they navigate the implications of his injury and their challenging lives in society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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