The Golden Calf by M. E. Braddon
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| Author | Braddon, M. E. (Mary Elizabeth), 1835-1915 |
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| Title | The Golden Calf |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Mary Meehan and Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "The Golden Calf" by M. E. Braddon is a novel written during the late 19th century, notable for its exploration of class dynamics and the struggles of young women in a patriarchal society. The story centers around Ida Palliser, an articled pupil at a boarding school, who longs for a better life despite her challenging circumstances. The narrative starts by delving into Ida's experiences at Mauleverer Manor, highlighting her conflicts with authority, her artistic aspirations, and her desire for a future beyond her impoverished upbringing. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the unforgiving environment of Mauleverer Manor, where the strict schoolmistress, Miss Pew, enforces discipline over the girls. Ida, characterized by her beauty and intelligence but also marked by her poverty, faces humiliation due to her untidiness and frequent reprimands from Miss Pew. As her struggles unfold, we witness her defiance against authority and her longing for friendship, particularly with Bessie Wendover, a wealthy student who admires her talent. As the story progresses, there is a palpable tension between Ida's aspirations for upward mobility through marriage and her fierce pride in her independence. The opening chapters set the stage for themes of class disparity, personal ambition, and the quest for belonging in a world that offers limited opportunities for women like Ida. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 9052 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 21, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 93 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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