A Man of Honor by George Cary Eggleston
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| Author | Eggleston, George Cary, 1839-1911 |
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| Title | A Man of Honor |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A Man of Honor" by George Cary Eggleston is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Robert Pagebrook, a young man grappling with feelings of depression following a romantic disappointment and the loss of his teaching position. The narrative hints at his journey to overcome these challenges as he embarks on a trip to visit his relatives in Virginia, where he encounters family dynamics, societal norms, and romantic possibilities. The opening of the book introduces Mr. Robert Pagebrook as he reflects on his dismal state of mind one morning. The reader learns that he has recently lost a teaching position and feels heartbroken over a failed romance with a young woman named Miss Nellie. As he considers his uncertain future, he receives news of a potential teaching offer at a New England college. Subsequently, Robert's cousin invites him for a visit to Shirley, the ancestral home, which promises a change of scenery and potential adventures. This establishes the groundwork for Robert's character development and the relationships that will unfold as he navigates life in this new environment. (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 -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37563 |
| Release Date | Sep 30, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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