The Quest of the Golden Girl: A Romance by Richard Le Gallienne

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Author Le Gallienne, Richard, 1866-1947
Title The Quest of the Golden Girl: A Romance
Note Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Keller. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "The Quest of the Golden Girl: A Romance" by Richard Le Gallienne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows a thirty-year-old bachelor who, feeling the pangs of loneliness following the departure of his sister who has married, decides to embark on a whimsical pilgrimage to find his ideal woman, whom he refers to as the "Golden Girl." The narrative explores themes of love, longing, and the quest for personal fulfillment in a charming and introspective manner. The opening of the book introduces us to the protagonist's introspective musings about life and love as he reflects on his solitude in a once-happy home now bereft of joy. Following his realizations, he decides to pursue a journey, not just through the countryside but also into the depths of his own yearning for connection and romance. As he sets out, he is accompanied by whimsical thoughts about perfection in women and the memories of his first love, all while encountering picturesque landscapes that inspire his reflections. The initial chapters blend poetic observations with humor and a touch of melancholy, establishing a unique tone for the protagonist's quest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Love stories
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 461
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Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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