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Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)
1832
1902
Henty, George Alfred
Henty, G.A.
A Girl of the Commune
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"A Girl of the Commune" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of the Paris Commune, focusing on themes of social change and personal conflicts. The main character, Mary Brander, is depicted as a strong-willed young woman who holds progressive views on women's rights and is determined to carve out her own path in life, contrasting with the more traditional expectations of her family and society. The opening of the narrative establishes the character of Jeremiah Brander, a respected lawyer in the town of Abchester, whose family life is marred by tensions between his ambitions and his wife's desire for a more settled existence. The text delves into family dynamics, particularly focusing on Mary, who is influenced by her time at Girton College and is committed to advocating for women's roles in society. As the story unfolds, it hints at the tensions stirring within them, setting the stage for the juxtaposition between Mary's ideals and the societal norms she challenges. The prologue is rich in character development and societal commentary, providing a foundation for the conflicts that will unfold in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Paris (France) -- History -- Commune, 1871 -- Fiction
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Children's Fiction
Browsing: Children & Young Adult Reading
Browsing: History - General
Browsing: Fiction
Category: Historical Novels
Category: Novels
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