Dora Thorne by Charlotte M. Brame

"Dora Thorne" by Charlotte M. Brame is a romantic novel that likely dates back to the late 19th century. The story revolves around the intense love affair between Ronald Earle, the heir to the Earlescourt estate, and Dora Thorne, the daughter of the lodge keeper. The narrative explores themes of class, social expectations, and the struggle between love and duty as Ronald's father, Lord Earle, vehemently opposes the match due to Dora's lower social standing. The opening of the novel introduces an intense dialogue between Ronald and Lord Earle, where Lord Earle warns Ronald about the potential folly of marrying a "simple rustic." This exchange sets the stage for the central conflict of the story: Ronald's passionate desire to marry Dora, whom he views as pure and beautiful, against his father's expectations and societal norms. The two characters are depicted with strong emotions; Ronald displays youthful stubbornness fueled by love, while Lord Earle represents the stern, tradition-bound authority figure. The tension between love and societal constraints creates a rich backdrop for their challenges, signaling a tale rife with both romantic promise and looming tragedy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Brame, Charlotte M., 1836-1884
Title Dora Thorne
Credits Produced by Theresa Armao. HTML version by Al Haines.
Reading Level Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Nobility -- Great Britain -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 2374
Release Date
Last Update Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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