Christie Johnstone: A Novel by Charles Reade
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"Christie Johnstone: A Novel" by Charles Reade is a fiction novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The narrative introduces us to Lord Ipsden, a wealthy and discontented young nobleman who finds himself adrift in a life devoid of purpose until he becomes infatuated with Lady Barbara Sinclair, a character filled with warmth and enthusiasm. Their budding relationship and her ultimate rejection of him set the stage for Lord Ipsden’s quest for
meaning and fulfillment, highlighting themes of love, idleness, and the search for personal significance. The opening of the novel presents Lord Ipsden grappling with his ennui despite his privileged position, leading him to seek distinction and purpose in his life. His life changes when he meets Lady Barbara, whose spirited nature captivates him, but her refusal of his proposal leaves him in despair. As he meanders through various distractions and seeks the advice of his eccentric doctor, Dr. Aberford, the story sets up a deeper exploration of social class and the human experience, leading to his interactions with the lower classes, specifically with the vibrant fishwife Christie Johnstone, who personifies a contrast to the ennui that Ipsden feels. This interplay of characters suggests a narrative rich in relational dynamics, social critique, and an exploration of what it means to truly live. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Reade, Charles, 1814-1884 |
|---|---|
| Title | Christie Johnstone: A Novel |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christie_Johnstone_(novel) |
| Credits | Produced by James Rusk, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fishers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Scotland -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3671 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 580 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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