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Snaith, J. C. (John Collis)
1876
1936
Snaith, John Collis
The Van Roon
$aUnited States :$bD. Appleton and Company,$c1922.
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"The Van Roon" by J. C. Snaith is a novel written in the early 20th century. This story revolves around S. Gedge, the proprietor of an antique shop, and his newfound niece, June, who arrives to live with him after the death of her parents. The narrative seems to explore themes of family dynamics, the value of art, and the interplay between commerce and genuine appreciation in the antique business. The opening of the novel introduces S. Gedge as a grumpy, elderly bachelor preoccupied with his antiques shop in London. His life is turned upside down with the arrival of June, a spirited young woman seeking purpose and stability after personal losses. The initial tension between the characters is palpable, as Gedge is not particularly fond of women, especially young ones. Their interactions reveal a clash of generations and values; June's youthful ambition contrasts sharply with her uncle's cynical views on women and societal changes. As the plot unfolds, the antique shop setting serves as a backdrop for their evolving relationship, potentially leading to discoveries of both artistic and personal value. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/thevanroon00snaiiala
20181212180352snaith
1922
US
Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Orphans -- Fiction
London (England) -- Fiction
Young women -- Fiction
Love stories
Uncles -- Fiction
Antique dealers -- Fiction
Art -- Fiction
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Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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