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Lamb, Caroline, Lady
1785
1828
Lamb, Caroline Ponsonby, Lady
Lamb, Lady Caroline
Glenarvon, Volume 1 (of 3)
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenarvon
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"Glenarvon, Volume 1" by Lady Caroline Lamb is a gothic novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative is set in Ireland and follows a complex cast of characters, primarily centered around the learned physician Sir Everard St. Clare, his imaginative brother Camioli, and their family, with themes of sorrow, ambition, and forbidden love playing a crucial role. The story opens with hints of tragedy intertwined with mystical visions, presenting a backdrop ripe for exploration of deep emotional conflicts and societal expectations. The opening of "Glenarvon" introduces readers to the town of Belfont in Ireland, where Sir Everard St. Clare is confronted with the return of his brother Camioli, who brings devastating news about their family’s legacy. Camioli, appearing as a wild and enigmatic figure, seeks shelter for his daughter Elinor from the tumult of their tragic lineage, revealing a history marked by loss and despair. Meanwhile, the narrative hints at broader themes involving the folly of ambition and the emotional burdens of characters like the Duke of Altamonte and Lady Margaret, setting the stage for a tale woven with the threads of love, betrayal, and supernatural reflections on fate. The narrative's gothic tones and rich character dynamics invite readers to delve deeper into this complex tapestry of early 19th-century life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/glenarvon01lamb
Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Gothic fiction
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Ireland -- History -- Rebellion of 1798 -- Fiction
Romans à clef
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Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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