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Brown, George Douglas
1869
1902
Douglas, George
The House with the Green Shutters
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_House_with_the_Green_Shutters
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"The House with the Green Shutters" by George Douglas Brown is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a small Scottish town and centers around John Gourlay, a proud and domineering man who prides himself on his business success, particularly as a carrier in the town. The book explores themes of social status, pride, and the relationships between Gourlay and the townsfolk, including the strain between him and his wife. At the start of the novel, John Gourlay is introduced standing outside his house, savoring the morning tranquility and feeling a sense of pride in his accomplishments as the town's foremost businessman. His thoughts reveal a complicated character—seemingly successful yet deeply insecure and resentful towards the townsfolk, who envy his position. The opening chapters depict Gourlay's interactions with his employees and his disdain for his rivals, highlighting his isolation due to his haughty nature. Meanwhile, his home life is fraught with tension, particularly regarding his wife's perceived incompetence, which only exacerbates his bitterness and displays the complexities of his character in the social landscape of Barbie. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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