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Brown, Charles Brockden
1771
1810
Brown, C. B. (Charles Brockden)
Brown, Brockden
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Edgar Huntly; or, Memoirs of a Sleep-Walker
Edgar Huntley
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"Edgar Huntly; or, Memoirs of a Sleep-Walker" by Charles Brockden Brown is a novel written in the early 19th century. It explores the themes of violence, sleepwalking, and the psychological turmoil faced by the protagonist as he grapples with personal tragedy and seeks out the truth behind a friend's murder. The story is centered around Clithero Edny, a character whose dark secret and conflicts drive the narrative forward into the wilderness of the American landscape. The opening of the novel introduces the narrator, who is in a state of confusion and emotional turmoil as he reflects on the tragic events surrounding the death of his friend, Waldegrave. He is compelled to document his experiences and investigate the circumstances of Waldegrave's murder, which makes its way into his thoughts even as he struggles for composure to tell his story. Soon after, the narrator encounters a mysterious, half-naked man digging at the site of his friend's death, who seems to undergo a profound emotional crisis. This man’s actions and his connection to Waldegrave pique the narrator's curiosity, setting him on a path of pursuit that intertwines with elements of suspense and psychological exploration. As the narrative unfolds, the themes of guilt, revenge, and the quest for understanding become apparent, laying the groundwork for the complexities that will emerge in this tale of haunting mystery and moral reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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