The Kentons by William Dean Howells

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Author Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920
Title The Kentons
Note Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Kentons" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story focuses on the lives of the Kenton family, particularly Judge Kenton and his children, as they navigate personal relationships, societal expectations, and their individual aspirations in a small Midwestern town. Themes of familial loyalty, the struggle between tradition and modernity, and the complexities of youthful love emerge as central elements throughout the narrative. The opening of "The Kentons" introduces the reader to the Kenton family and their comfortable life in Tuskingum. Judge Kenton is portrayed as a man who is proud of his family and their community, reflected in his long-standing connections and his past as a soldier. The narrative details the dynamics between him, his wife, and their children, highlighting the tensions and affections that characterize their relationships. As their daughter Ellen becomes involved with a young man named Bittridge, the family faces a crisis that forces them to confront their values and the influence of societal expectations on their lives. The complexities of love, duty, and personal desires begin to unfold against the backdrop of family life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Ohio -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Europe -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 3362
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 27, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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