The Westcotes by Arthur Quiller-Couch
"The Westcotes" by Arthur Quiller-Couch is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story centers around the Westcote family, particularly Endymion Westcote, a prominent local figure in Axcester, and his siblings, Narcissus and Dorothea, exploring themes of social standing, familial duty, and romance amid the backdrop of early 19th century English society. The eclectic background of their lives offers a peek into their relationships and the societal expectations for men
and women in their era. The opening of the novel introduces us to Endymion Westcote, his brother Narcissus, and their half-sister Dorothea, establishing their character dynamics and roles within their small town. Endymion is portrayed as a respected bachelor and community leader, actively involved in civic duties and philanthropy, while Narcissus is depicted as a scholarly and eccentric individual immersed in Roman archaeology. Dorothea, on the other hand, is characterized as plain yet eager to embrace aspects of social life, often overshadowed by her brothers. As the narrative unfolds, we see the Westcotes’ interactions with prisoners of war from the recent conflicts, hinting at impending developments in both their domestic and public lives. The family is set against the backdrop of a changing society, and the opening lines suggest that their lives will intertwine with the complexities of history, culture, and personal desires as they navigate their intertwined fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Quiller-Couch, Arthur, 1863-1944 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Westcotes |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Guus van Baalen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Single women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Prisoners and prisons, British -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10548 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 274 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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