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Title: Kenelm Chillingly — Complete

Note: Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger and Dagny

Summary: "Kenelm Chillingly — Complete" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel written during the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the life and philosophical musings of its titular character, Kenelm Chillingly, and explores themes of identity, existence, and the expectations placed upon individuals by society and family. The narrative opens with a rich introduction to Kenelm's family background, primarily focusing on his father, Sir Peter Chillingly, and the unique dynamics of a family grappling with the unanticipated arrival of the long-awaited heir. The opening of the novel begins by introducing Sir Peter Chillingly and his marriage to Lady Caroline Brotherton, as well as their struggles with childlessness. Eventually, they welcome Kenelm into the world, but the moment is marked not by joy, but by The father's peculiar reaction to his son's serious demeanor at birth. The narrative then shifts to family dynamics and characters who will influence Kenelm's life such as his cousin Gordon, who harbors expectations regarding inheritance, and the various relatives at a family council deciding on the baby's name. Kenelm grows into a thoughtful and introspective boy with an inclination towards philosophy and metaphysics, marked early on by a desire to make sense of his identity amid familial and societal expectations. The beginning sets the stage for Kenelm’s adventures and opinions, hinting at a journey filled with contrasting characters and illustrious discussions that will shape his understanding of the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873

EBook No.: 7658

Published: Nov 24, 2004

Downloads: 135

Language: English

Subject: English fiction -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Kenelm Chillingly — Complete

Note: Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger and Dagny

Summary: "Kenelm Chillingly — Complete" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a novel written during the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the life and philosophical musings of its titular character, Kenelm Chillingly, and explores themes of identity, existence, and the expectations placed upon individuals by society and family. The narrative opens with a rich introduction to Kenelm's family background, primarily focusing on his father, Sir Peter Chillingly, and the unique dynamics of a family grappling with the unanticipated arrival of the long-awaited heir. The opening of the novel begins by introducing Sir Peter Chillingly and his marriage to Lady Caroline Brotherton, as well as their struggles with childlessness. Eventually, they welcome Kenelm into the world, but the moment is marked not by joy, but by The father's peculiar reaction to his son's serious demeanor at birth. The narrative then shifts to family dynamics and characters who will influence Kenelm's life such as his cousin Gordon, who harbors expectations regarding inheritance, and the various relatives at a family council deciding on the baby's name. Kenelm grows into a thoughtful and introspective boy with an inclination towards philosophy and metaphysics, marked early on by a desire to make sense of his identity amid familial and societal expectations. The beginning sets the stage for Kenelm’s adventures and opinions, hinting at a journey filled with contrasting characters and illustrious discussions that will shape his understanding of the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873

EBook No.: 7658

Published: Nov 24, 2004

Downloads: 135

Language: English

Subject: English fiction -- 19th century

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.