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Speight, T. W. (Thomas Wilkinson)
1830
1915
Speight, Thomas Wilkinson
Burgo's Romance
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"Burgo's Romance" by T. W. Speight is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Burgo Brabazon, a young man of means who navigates a tumultuous landscape of love, loss, and financial uncertainty after his wealthy uncle marries a much younger woman, which upends Burgo's expectations of inheriting his uncle's fortune. The narrative introduces themes of social status and personal integrity, particularly through Burgo's relationships with Clara Leslie and Lady Clinton. The opening of the novel presents Burgo in a precarious situation as he professes his love for Clara in a conservatory setting, only to be interrupted by the arrival of Lady Clinton, who is pursuing her own interests in the social sphere. The chapter further details Burgo's character, highlighting his inner struggles and the affect his uncle's recent marriage has on his prospects and social standing. As Burgo grapples with feelings of frustration and betrayal, he fully realizes the implications of his new status, setting the stage for a compelling exploration of personal ambition and the complexities of love and familial bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Young men -- Fiction
Mate selection -- Fiction
Uncles -- Fiction
Adventure stories
English fiction -- 19th century
England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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Category: Romance
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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