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LoC No.: 02023601
Title: Life, the Interpreter
Original Publication: New York: Longmans, Green and Company, 1902.
Note: Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Mardi Desjardins and the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team from page images generously made available by Internet Archive
Summary: "Life, the Interpreter" by Phyllis Bottome is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the complexities of social class and personal sacrifice through its main character, Muriel Dallerton, who struggles between the comforts of her privileged life and her desire to help the less fortunate. The story weaves themes of duty, love, and social expectation, reflecting on the dichotomy of wealth and poverty as experienced through Muriel's relationships and her philanthropic efforts. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Muriel, who has just decided to dedicate her life to working among impoverished communities, prompting tension with her wealthy uncle and society. The narrative opens with conversations among her friends that hint at Muriel’s internal conflict, showcasing her grit as she interacts with both her affluent friends and the individuals she aims to help. Soon after, we learn about her past connections, especially her tumultuous relationship with Jack Hurstly, who grapples with his own societal role and expectations. The story sets the stage for Muriel's personal growth and her interactions with various characters, all while painting a vivid picture of the social challenges they face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bottome, Phyllis, 1882-1963
EBook No.: 75508
Published: Mar 3, 2025
Downloads: 113
Language: English
Subject: Social settlements -- Fiction
Subject: East End (London, England) -- Fiction
Subject: London (England) -- Social conditions -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 02023601
Title: Life, the Interpreter
Original Publication: New York: Longmans, Green and Company, 1902.
Note: Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Mardi Desjardins and the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team from page images generously made available by Internet Archive
Summary: "Life, the Interpreter" by Phyllis Bottome is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores the complexities of social class and personal sacrifice through its main character, Muriel Dallerton, who struggles between the comforts of her privileged life and her desire to help the less fortunate. The story weaves themes of duty, love, and social expectation, reflecting on the dichotomy of wealth and poverty as experienced through Muriel's relationships and her philanthropic efforts. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Muriel, who has just decided to dedicate her life to working among impoverished communities, prompting tension with her wealthy uncle and society. The narrative opens with conversations among her friends that hint at Muriel’s internal conflict, showcasing her grit as she interacts with both her affluent friends and the individuals she aims to help. Soon after, we learn about her past connections, especially her tumultuous relationship with Jack Hurstly, who grapples with his own societal role and expectations. The story sets the stage for Muriel's personal growth and her interactions with various characters, all while painting a vivid picture of the social challenges they face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bottome, Phyllis, 1882-1963
EBook No.: 75508
Published: Mar 3, 2025
Downloads: 113
Language: English
Subject: Social settlements -- Fiction
Subject: East End (London, England) -- Fiction
Subject: London (England) -- Social conditions -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.