A Mere Accident by George Moore

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Author Moore, George, 1852-1933
Title A Mere Accident
Credits E-text prepared by Jon Ingram, David Cavanagh, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "A Mere Accident" by George Moore is a novel written in the late 19th century that explores themes of social class, family dynamics, and the contrasts between rural and urban life in England. The story is likely to revolve around the lives of its main characters, particularly John Norton, the son of Mrs. Norton, who grapples with his feelings about home, societal expectations, and emotional turmoil, as depicted in the initial chapters. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Thornby Place and its surroundings, setting a detailed scene of England’s idyllic countryside. It introduces Mrs. Norton, a determined and assertive matriarch, who is keenly aware of her son John's emotional distance and absence from home. She expresses concern for John's unconventional choices, especially his reluctance to engage in the expectations of adult life, such as marriage and managing their estate. The dialogue between Mrs. Norton and her friend Mr. Hare reveals her desires for John's future while also highlighting his internal struggles with identity, artistic aspirations, and views on life, which create tension in their relationship. The narrative intricately portrays the contrasting values and desires of the characters, hinting at deeper conflicts to emerge as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Courtship -- Fiction
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Mothers and sons -- Fiction
Subject Rape victims -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 11733
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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