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2004-10-18
Public domain in the USA.
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Churchill, Winston
1871
1947
Richard Carvel — Volume 06
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Carvel
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"Richard Carvel — Volume 06" by Winston Churchill is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It follows the journey of Richard Carvel, a young American, as he navigates the complexities of life in England, exploring themes of love, honor, and social class against a richly detailed backdrop of the political and cultural landscape of the time. In this volume, the narrative progresses through Richard's relationships and his challenges, particularly revolving around his feelings for Dorothy Manners. At the start of the text, we find Richard grappling with his emotions regarding Dorothy, who has recently hinted at her affections during a difficult encounter. His friend, Jack Comyn, playfully urges him to examine the situation, insisting that Dorothy has romantic feelings for him based on her past reactions. The dialogue reveals Richard's internal conflict as he attempts to distract himself by socializing with the elite in Newmarket and London. The chapter quickly escalates, highlighting Richard's reckless wager to ride a notorious horse named Pollux, exposing him to another layer of danger and intrigue, ultimately intertwining his fate with social expectations. The opening sets the stage for a continuation of dramatic developments in Richard's life intertwined with his friendships and growing affections, particularly toward Dorothy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 82.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction
Maryland -- History -- Fiction
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Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
Category: Historical Novels
Category: Romance
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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