Ragged Lady — Volume 1 by William Dean Howells
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| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
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| Title | Ragged Lady — Volume 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Ragged Lady — Volume 1" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the Landers, specifically Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lander, who are navigating their first summer in a rural area called Middlemount. Their experiences weave together themes of social class, curiosity, and personal connection, particularly highlighted through their interactions with a young girl named Clementina and her family, known as the Claxons, who live in an unfinished house nearby. The opening of the narrative introduces the Landers’ arrival at Middlemount, showcasing Mrs. Lander's controlling nature and her insistence that her husband ask for directions. Their encounter with Clementina marks a notable moment, as she exemplifies youthful charm and grace despite her family's humble circumstances. This meeting sparks Mrs. Lander's intense curiosity about the girl's life, leading her to seek further connection despite her husband's reluctance. The dynamics presented in these initial chapters hint at deeper themes of class disparity and the human need for companionship, setting the stage for the unfolding relationships throughout the season. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | New England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Americans -- Italy -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3405 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 57 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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