Reuben Sachs : a sketch by Amy Levy
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| Author | Levy, Amy, 1861-1889 |
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| LoC No. | 42030875 |
| Title | Reuben Sachs : a sketch |
| Original Publication | London: Macmillan and Co., 1888. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Chuck Greif 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 | "Reuben Sachs: A Sketch" by Amy Levy is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Reuben Sachs, a promising young Jewish man navigating both his professional ambitions and personal life in London, against the backdrop of his family dynamics and the expectations of the Jewish community. The narrative dives into themes of identity, ambition, and the challenges of love, particularly focusing on Reuben's relationships with family and acquaintances. The opening of "Reuben Sachs" introduces the titular character as a successful and ambitious young man returning from a period abroad. His family, particularly his mother and sister, are in excited anticipation of his return. Reuben's charm and accomplishments stand out, yet he faces pressures related to health and family expectations, particularly regarding his future and potential marriage. As he reconnects with relatives and navigates social expectations, the narrative hints at deeper emotional currents involving his friendship with Judith Quixano, a cousin who embodies the complexities of his social world. The events set the stage for exploring both Reuben's personal aspirations and societal pressures, framing his story within the larger context of the Jewish experience in Victorian England. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | London (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jews -- England -- London -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 74419 |
| Release Date | Sep 15, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 135 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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