Chantry House by Charlotte M. Yonge
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| Author | Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 |
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| Title | Chantry House |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Transcribed from the 1905 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price |
| Summary | "Chantry House" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Winslow family, particularly focusing on the narrator, Edward Winslow, and his siblings as they navigate life from their childhood in London to the unexpected inheritance of Chantry House, a secluded estate in the countryside. The novel explores themes of family dynamics, personal growth, and the challenges of adapting to new environments, painted against the backdrop of the historical and social context of the era. The opening of "Chantry House" introduces us to Edward, who reflects affectionately on his childhood memories. He recalls the warmth of his family's home and the strong influence of his mother and brothers. As Edward reminisces, we learn of the family's surprise receipt of Chantry House, the struggles they face due to previous accidents affecting Edward, and the contrasting personalities of his brothers, Griffith and Clarence. The narrative sets the stage for the Winslow family's transition from city life to their new country home, revealing the relationships, fears, and hopes that shape their experiences. This introduction promises a richly detailed exploration of their lives, marked by both trials and triumphs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Family -- England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7378 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 14, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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