The Education of Eric Lane by Stephen McKenna
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"The Education of Eric Lane" by Stephen McKenna is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work follows the life and experiences of the main character, Eric Lane, an aspiring playwright in London, as he navigates personal relationships, societal expectations, and the challenges of success. The narrative explores themes of ambition, romance, and the emotional complexities of human interactions in a changing world. At the start of the story, Eric
Lane is introduced as a man reaching the peak of his career as a playwright. He reflects on his past struggles while preparing for a dinner with Lady Poynter, showcasing his newfound acceptance in London’s social scene. As he prepares, he encounters various distractions, including a call from his sister, Sybil, and memories of an old acquaintance, Agnes Waring. In a twist of fate, Eric meets Lady Barbara Neave at the gathering, where their flirtation reveals contrasting attitudes towards love and ambition. This opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Eric's character and his evolving relationships within the context of London's social dynamics during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | McKenna, Stephen, 1888-1967 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 21010607 |
| Title | The Education of Eric Lane |
| Note | The Sensationalists, volume 2. Sequel to: Lady Lilith, #44982. Sequel: The Secret Victory, #48133. |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner, Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29041 |
| Release Date | Jun 5, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 483 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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