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Twain, Mark
1835
1910
Clemens, Samuel Langhorne
Twain, Mark (Samuel Clemens)
Warner, Charles Dudley
1829
1900
The Gilded Age, Part 3.
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gilded_Age:_A_Tale_of_Today
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"The Gilded Age, Part 3" by Mark Twain and Charles Dudley Warner is a satirical novel written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the socio-political landscape of America during a time marked by economic expansion, corruption, and societal change. Central characters include Harry Brierly, an ambitious engineer, and Laura Hawkins, a socially savvy young woman, as they navigate the complex dynamics of wealth, love, and influence in society. At the start of this part, the narrative centers on Harry Brierly, who is living in the City Hotel in Hawkeye. He is engaged in a grand scheme related to land speculation and the navigation of Columbus River while attempting to win the affections of Laura Hawkins. Their interactions highlight the tension between personal ambition and societal expectations, as Laura is captivated by Harry's charm yet remains wary of his intentions. Concurrently, Colonel Sellers, an eccentric character, has high hopes for a new town named Napoleon but finds himself caught up in the extravagant schemes of both Harry and Washington Hawkins, revealing the intertwining of aspirations and the often harsh realities of life during this competitive era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Satire
Political fiction
Washington (D.C.) -- Fiction
Legislators -- Fiction
Speculation -- Fiction
Political corruption -- Fiction
Businessmen -- Fiction
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Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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