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Title: The Woman with the Fan

Note: Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Dagny, and David Widger

Summary: "The Woman with the Fan" by Robert Hichens is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story opens in an elegant drawing-room in London, where a group of characters is gathered to listen to a soprano sing. The setting introduces complex social dynamics and establishes the theme of beauty versus deeper personal qualities, particularly through the character of Lady Holme, whose beauty captivates men while she grapples with the implications of her appearance on personal relationships. The opening of the book presents a rich tableau of characters, with a particular focus on Lady Holme, a stunningly beautiful woman who sings for her guests. As the performance unfolds, the interactions among the guests reveal layers of intrigue, jealousy, and discontent, particularly highlighting the contrasting emotions of the young diplomat Robin Pierce and the elderly Sir Donald Ulford, who are both drawn to Lady Holme. Their discussions hint at deeper philosophical questions regarding the nature of beauty and its impact on love and perception, while Lady Holme herself oscillates between self-assurance and insecurity, raising questions about the value placed on physical appearance versus inner worth. The narrative pulls readers into the complexities of social interactions and the subtle battles of attraction and understanding within the upper echelons of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hichens, Robert, 1864-1950

EBook No.: 8549

Published: Jul 1, 2005

Downloads: 283

Language: English

Subject: Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Woman with the Fan

Note: Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Dagny, and David Widger

Summary: "The Woman with the Fan" by Robert Hichens is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story opens in an elegant drawing-room in London, where a group of characters is gathered to listen to a soprano sing. The setting introduces complex social dynamics and establishes the theme of beauty versus deeper personal qualities, particularly through the character of Lady Holme, whose beauty captivates men while she grapples with the implications of her appearance on personal relationships. The opening of the book presents a rich tableau of characters, with a particular focus on Lady Holme, a stunningly beautiful woman who sings for her guests. As the performance unfolds, the interactions among the guests reveal layers of intrigue, jealousy, and discontent, particularly highlighting the contrasting emotions of the young diplomat Robin Pierce and the elderly Sir Donald Ulford, who are both drawn to Lady Holme. Their discussions hint at deeper philosophical questions regarding the nature of beauty and its impact on love and perception, while Lady Holme herself oscillates between self-assurance and insecurity, raising questions about the value placed on physical appearance versus inner worth. The narrative pulls readers into the complexities of social interactions and the subtle battles of attraction and understanding within the upper echelons of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Hichens, Robert, 1864-1950

EBook No.: 8549

Published: Jul 1, 2005

Downloads: 283

Language: English

Subject: Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.