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Title: Mrs. Falchion, Complete
Credits: Produced by David Widger and Andrew Sly
Summary: "Mrs. Falchion, Complete" by Gilbert Parker is a novel written during the late 19th century, a period when complex character studies were gaining prominence in literature. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of Dr. Marmion, a ship-surgeon who finds himself entangled with the enigmatic and captivating Mrs. Falchion during a sea voyage. Set against a backdrop of social intricacies and the psychological explorations of its characters, the novel delves into themes of love, identity, and societal expectations. The opening of "Mrs. Falchion" introduces Dr. Marmion as he reflects on his career and the circumstances that brought him aboard the ship 'Fulvia.' He notices two contrasting passengers, Mrs. Falchion—a stunning, composed woman— and a shabby-looking man who seems drawn to her. As the plot progresses, Marmion's interactions with Mrs. Falchion reveal her beauty, intelligence, and a certain emotional detachment from those around her, including her supposed companion. Meanwhile, he develops a complex curiosity about the mysterious man and his connection to Mrs. Falchion. This initial setup hints at underlying tensions and relationships that promise to evolve as the story progresses, setting the scene for a tale rich in character interplay and emotional conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932
EBook No.: 6194
Published: Nov 16, 2004
Downloads: 153
Language: English
Subject: Canadian fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Mrs. Falchion, Complete
Credits: Produced by David Widger and Andrew Sly
Summary: "Mrs. Falchion, Complete" by Gilbert Parker is a novel written during the late 19th century, a period when complex character studies were gaining prominence in literature. The narrative unfolds through the perspective of Dr. Marmion, a ship-surgeon who finds himself entangled with the enigmatic and captivating Mrs. Falchion during a sea voyage. Set against a backdrop of social intricacies and the psychological explorations of its characters, the novel delves into themes of love, identity, and societal expectations. The opening of "Mrs. Falchion" introduces Dr. Marmion as he reflects on his career and the circumstances that brought him aboard the ship 'Fulvia.' He notices two contrasting passengers, Mrs. Falchion—a stunning, composed woman— and a shabby-looking man who seems drawn to her. As the plot progresses, Marmion's interactions with Mrs. Falchion reveal her beauty, intelligence, and a certain emotional detachment from those around her, including her supposed companion. Meanwhile, he develops a complex curiosity about the mysterious man and his connection to Mrs. Falchion. This initial setup hints at underlying tensions and relationships that promise to evolve as the story progresses, setting the scene for a tale rich in character interplay and emotional conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932
EBook No.: 6194
Published: Nov 16, 2004
Downloads: 153
Language: English
Subject: Canadian fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.