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Title: The White Gauntlet
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The White Gauntlet" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Marion Wade, a beautiful and noble young woman who finds herself in a moment of personal turmoil as she navigates encounters with other characters in her environment, particularly Henry Holtspur, a man of higher social standing. The book explores themes of love, social constraints, and the individual's emotions in a pre-modern setting vividly brought to life through its lush descriptions and dramatic interactions. The opening of the novel introduces Marion Wade as she rides alone in the woods, waiting for an anticipated meeting with a horseman. Her internal conflict is palpable as she grapples with her admiration for the noble and handsome rider while being bound by societal expectations. As Marion's thoughts reveal her desire to break free from social etiquette, she inadvertently drops her white gauntlet, a symbolic gesture that invites further connection with the man she awaits. The narrative captures the charged atmosphere of their encounters, hinting at growing feelings while also hinting at the complications that arise from their respective social backgrounds. The stage is set for a tale of romantic tension, class disparity, and the exploration of personal desires against the backdrop of societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
EBook No.: 35702
Published: Mar 28, 2011
Downloads: 162
Language: English
Subject: Knights and knighthood -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The White Gauntlet
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "The White Gauntlet" by Captain Mayne Reid is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Marion Wade, a beautiful and noble young woman who finds herself in a moment of personal turmoil as she navigates encounters with other characters in her environment, particularly Henry Holtspur, a man of higher social standing. The book explores themes of love, social constraints, and the individual's emotions in a pre-modern setting vividly brought to life through its lush descriptions and dramatic interactions. The opening of the novel introduces Marion Wade as she rides alone in the woods, waiting for an anticipated meeting with a horseman. Her internal conflict is palpable as she grapples with her admiration for the noble and handsome rider while being bound by societal expectations. As Marion's thoughts reveal her desire to break free from social etiquette, she inadvertently drops her white gauntlet, a symbolic gesture that invites further connection with the man she awaits. The narrative captures the charged atmosphere of their encounters, hinting at growing feelings while also hinting at the complications that arise from their respective social backgrounds. The stage is set for a tale of romantic tension, class disparity, and the exploration of personal desires against the backdrop of societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
EBook No.: 35702
Published: Mar 28, 2011
Downloads: 162
Language: English
Subject: Knights and knighthood -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.