Franklin Kane by Anne Douglas Sedgwick

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Author Sedgwick, Anne Douglas, 1873-1935
Title Franklin Kane
Note Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Franklin Kane" by Anne Douglas Sedgwick is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Miss Althea Jakes, an American woman of independent means, who returns to her familiar hotel in Paris after years of cosmopolitan travel. The novel explores themes of identity, discontent, and the quest for meaning in a life filled with superficial pleasures, as Althea grapples with her feelings of fatigue and loneliness amidst her travels and social encounters. The opening of the book introduces Miss Jakes at the Hôtel Talleyrand in Paris, where she reflects on her long journey from Basle and her continuing annual visits for new clothes, which leads to her questioning the purpose of her travels. The narrative highlights her growing sense of isolation, despite her refined tastes and experiences across Europe. As she interacts with her maid Amélie and considers the society surrounding her, particularly the influence of her acquaintances and the looming expectations of marriage, Althea's internal struggles become evident. The introduction of Franklin Winslow Kane, who has persistently proposed to her over the years, and the unexpected encounter with Helen Buchanan, a mysterious young woman in black, set the stage for a transformative exploration of connection, love, and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 18886
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 30, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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