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LoC No.: 07008826
Title: Heidelberg: A Romance. Volumes I, II & III
Credits:
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans by Google Books
(Bodleian Library)
Summary: "Heidelberg: A Romance" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around two young Englishmen, William Lovet and Algernon Grey, as they navigate their journey to Heidelberg, their encounters with the striking landscapes of the Neckar valley, and their experiences within the court of the Elector Palatine. The story explores themes of beauty, perception, and the allure of courtly life against a rich historical backdrop. At the start of the novel, the two travelers marvel at the stunning views from the Heiligenberg, setting the stage for their arrival in Heidelberg. As they enter the town and interact with the locals, their contrasting personalities come to the forefront, with William embodying carefree exuberance while Algernon appears more contemplative. The narrative delves into their ambitions to experience the opulence of the court festivities and hints at their developing relationships with figures at the court, particularly as they make a wager on obtaining entry without disclosing their noble backgrounds. The various exchanges among the characters showcase their wit and contrasting worldviews, establishing a lively atmosphere that invites the reader into the romantic and tumultuous world of early 17th-century Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860
EBook No.: 50858
Published: Jan 6, 2016
Downloads: 200
Language: English
Subject: Frederick I, King of Bohemia, 1596-1632 -- Fiction
Subject: Palatinate (Germany) -- History -- Frederick V, 1610-1623 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 07008826
Title: Heidelberg: A Romance. Volumes I, II & III
Credits:
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans by Google Books
(Bodleian Library)
Summary: "Heidelberg: A Romance" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around two young Englishmen, William Lovet and Algernon Grey, as they navigate their journey to Heidelberg, their encounters with the striking landscapes of the Neckar valley, and their experiences within the court of the Elector Palatine. The story explores themes of beauty, perception, and the allure of courtly life against a rich historical backdrop. At the start of the novel, the two travelers marvel at the stunning views from the Heiligenberg, setting the stage for their arrival in Heidelberg. As they enter the town and interact with the locals, their contrasting personalities come to the forefront, with William embodying carefree exuberance while Algernon appears more contemplative. The narrative delves into their ambitions to experience the opulence of the court festivities and hints at their developing relationships with figures at the court, particularly as they make a wager on obtaining entry without disclosing their noble backgrounds. The various exchanges among the characters showcase their wit and contrasting worldviews, establishing a lively atmosphere that invites the reader into the romantic and tumultuous world of early 17th-century Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860
EBook No.: 50858
Published: Jan 6, 2016
Downloads: 200
Language: English
Subject: Frederick I, King of Bohemia, 1596-1632 -- Fiction
Subject: Palatinate (Germany) -- History -- Frederick V, 1610-1623 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.