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Title: The belle of a season
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Longman, Orme, Brown, Green, and Longmans, 1840.
Note: Reading ease score: 76.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary: "The Belle of a Season" by Countess of Blessington is a narrative poem written in the early Victorian era, specifically in the 1830s. The poem revolves around the experiences and emotions of a young woman named Mary as she transitions from the innocence of childhood into the vibrant, yet complicated, social scene of high society. The essence of the poem captures the themes of beauty, youth, and the societal pressures faced by women during this time period. The storyline follows Mary as she embarks on her first season in London, filled with balls, societal expectations, and the enchanting yet daunting world of courtship. Initially, she is portrayed as a naive and innocent flower, unaware of the intrigues and superficiality that come with her newfound beauty. As she encounters suitors, one particular young man, Lord Deloraine, captures her heart as she navigates the emotional tumult of love, jealousy, and societal ambition. The poem intricately explores Mary's internal struggle between her genuine self and the façade she feels compelled to present in the social arena. Ultimately, it is a reflection on the journey of a young woman as she seeks both love and her own identity amidst the external expectations imposed by society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blessington, Marguerite, Countess of, 1789-1849
Illustrator: Chalon, Alfred Edward, 1780-1860
EBook No.: 75596
Published: Mar 12, 2025
Downloads: 861
Language: English
Subject: English poetry -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The belle of a season
Original Publication: United Kingdom: Longman, Orme, Brown, Green, and Longmans, 1840.
Note: Reading ease score: 76.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary: "The Belle of a Season" by Countess of Blessington is a narrative poem written in the early Victorian era, specifically in the 1830s. The poem revolves around the experiences and emotions of a young woman named Mary as she transitions from the innocence of childhood into the vibrant, yet complicated, social scene of high society. The essence of the poem captures the themes of beauty, youth, and the societal pressures faced by women during this time period. The storyline follows Mary as she embarks on her first season in London, filled with balls, societal expectations, and the enchanting yet daunting world of courtship. Initially, she is portrayed as a naive and innocent flower, unaware of the intrigues and superficiality that come with her newfound beauty. As she encounters suitors, one particular young man, Lord Deloraine, captures her heart as she navigates the emotional tumult of love, jealousy, and societal ambition. The poem intricately explores Mary's internal struggle between her genuine self and the façade she feels compelled to present in the social arena. Ultimately, it is a reflection on the journey of a young woman as she seeks both love and her own identity amidst the external expectations imposed by society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Blessington, Marguerite, Countess of, 1789-1849
Illustrator: Chalon, Alfred Edward, 1780-1860
EBook No.: 75596
Published: Mar 12, 2025
Downloads: 861
Language: English
Subject: English poetry -- 19th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.