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Title: Barnaby Rudge: A Tale of the Riots of 'Eighty
Note: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
Summary: "Barnaby Rudge: A Tale of the Riots of 'Eighty" by Charles Dickens is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the tumultuous events of the Gordon Riots, which reflect the intense social and political strife of the era. The story introduces us to Barnaby Rudge, a simple yet endearing young man who becomes entangled in the chaos of the riots, alongside various compelling characters, including John Willet, the obstinate innkeeper, and Mr. Geoffrey Haredale, whose family ties add intrigue to the plot. The opening of the novel sets the stage by describing the Maypole Inn, where much of the initial action unfolds. As the stormy night rages outside, John Willet, the innkeeper, and his guests engage in conversation, revealing their characters and hinting at the tension building in London. A mysterious stranger arrives, stirring curiosity among the patrons, and the narrative quickly introduces the themes of love, ambition, and social hierarchy through the discussions about young Joe Willet and his romantic interests. As the scene unfolds, we are drawn into the world of late 18th-century England, teetering on the brink of upheaval, with Barnaby Rudge poised to play a central role in the coming events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
EBook No.: 917
Published: Apr 27, 2006
Downloads: 1007
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Gordon Riots, 1780 -- Fiction
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction
Subject: Apprentices -- Fiction
Subject: Political fiction
Subject: Mystery fiction
Subject: Locksmiths -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Barnaby Rudge: A Tale of the Riots of 'Eighty
Note: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Donald Lainson; David Widger
Summary: "Barnaby Rudge: A Tale of the Riots of 'Eighty" by Charles Dickens is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the tumultuous events of the Gordon Riots, which reflect the intense social and political strife of the era. The story introduces us to Barnaby Rudge, a simple yet endearing young man who becomes entangled in the chaos of the riots, alongside various compelling characters, including John Willet, the obstinate innkeeper, and Mr. Geoffrey Haredale, whose family ties add intrigue to the plot. The opening of the novel sets the stage by describing the Maypole Inn, where much of the initial action unfolds. As the stormy night rages outside, John Willet, the innkeeper, and his guests engage in conversation, revealing their characters and hinting at the tension building in London. A mysterious stranger arrives, stirring curiosity among the patrons, and the narrative quickly introduces the themes of love, ambition, and social hierarchy through the discussions about young Joe Willet and his romantic interests. As the scene unfolds, we are drawn into the world of late 18th-century England, teetering on the brink of upheaval, with Barnaby Rudge poised to play a central role in the coming events. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
EBook No.: 917
Published: Apr 27, 2006
Downloads: 1007
Language: English
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Gordon Riots, 1780 -- Fiction
Subject: London (England) -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction
Subject: Apprentices -- Fiction
Subject: Political fiction
Subject: Mystery fiction
Subject: Locksmiths -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.