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2003-09-01
Public domain in the USA.
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Meredith, George
1828
1909
The Ordeal of Richard Feverel — Volume 3
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ordeal_of_Richard_Feverel
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"The Ordeal of Richard Feverel — Volume 3" by George Meredith is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Richard Feverel, who undergoes a profound internal struggle related to love, familial expectations, and societal norms, primarily regarding his feelings for Lucy, a young woman from a different social class. The beginning of this volume finds Richard resisting a summon to town due to a perceived family crisis. Tensions arise as his father, Sir Austin, initiates a discussion about life's challenges, particularly concerning love and its potential pitfalls. The narrative introduces characters like Berry, who acts as a messenger, and highlights Richard’s passionate turmoil as he reflects on his relationship with Lucy. Through introspective dialogues, Meredith delves into themes of youth, the struggles between emotion and reason, and the impact of societal pressures on personal choices. As Richard navigates these complex feelings and familial dynamics, the stage is set for deeper explorations of love and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Fathers and sons -- Fiction
England -- Fiction
Domestic fiction
English fiction -- 19th century
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Category: British Literature
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