| Author |
Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946 |
| LoC No. |
12021729
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| Title |
Marriage
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Eleni Christofaki, Juliet Sutherland and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Marriage" by H. G. Wells is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complexities of relationships and societal expectations surrounding marriage through the perspective of the protagonist, Marjorie Pope, a young woman navigating her feelings and the pressures of family and romance. It delves into themes of love, personal desire, and the conflicts between traditional values and modern sensibilities. The opening of "Marriage" introduces us to Marjorie Pope as she embarks on a train journey to her family's summer retreat in Buryhamstreet. As she travels, vivid descriptions capture her reflections on her appearance and social status, hinting at her aspirations and vulnerabilities. We learn about her background, including her father's transition from a once-prominent coach-builder to an irascible retiree, and the contrasting wealth of her recent acquaintances. The chapter sets the stage for Marjorie's inner struggles with her identity, her family's expectations, and her emerging feelings about the prospect of marriage, particularly in the context of her acquaintance with Will Magnet, a humorist who holds significance for her future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Love stories, English
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| Subject |
London (England) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Labrador (N.L.) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
35338 |
| Release Date |
Feb 20, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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