| Author |
Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
| Title |
The Adventures of Harry Richmond — Volume 1
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
This etext was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Adventures of Harry Richmond — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story primarily follows the life of Harry Richmond, a boy caught in the tumultuous relationships between his father, Mr. Richmond, and his grandfather, Squire Beltham, as well as the challenges of love and identity. The narrative delves into themes of familial conflict, societal expectations, and personal growth. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Riversley Grange and its inhabitants, including the squire and his family. The narrative kicks off with a late-night disturbance leading to the arrival of a mysterious gentleman, Mr. Richmond, who is revealed to be Harry's estranged father. The squire's initial hostility toward him paints a vivid picture of past grievances and familial strife as Mr. Richmond seeks to reconnect with his wife and son amidst fierce opposition from the squire. This dramatic encounter sets the stage for Harry's complex relationship with both his father and grandfather and hints at the adventures and challenges awaiting him as he navigates through this intricate familial web. (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 |
Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4444 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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