The Crown of Life by George Gissing

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Author Gissing, George, 1857-1903
Title The Crown of Life
Credits Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "The Crown of Life" by George Gissing is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative follows a young man named Piers Otway, a somewhat introspective and romantic figure, as he navigates the complexities of family relationships, societal expectations, and his own aspirations in Victorian England. As he grapples with his identity and future, themes of love, ambition, and personal struggle come to the fore, particularly in his interactions with his half-brother Daniel and the enchanting Irene Derwent. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Piers Otway, who arrives in London for a meeting with a member of Parliament. His thoughts drift into daydreams as he admires images of beautiful women in a print shop. Piers soon encounters his older half-brother, Daniel, and their conversation reveals familial tensions and the backstory of their mother’s legacy, deepening Piers’s sense of uncertainty regarding his life direction. His visit to Mr. Jacks, the MP, and his subsequent reflections lead him to confront the expectations placed upon him, particularly how his upbringing and familial ties shape his view of personal success and relationship dynamics. The complex interplay of hope, ambition, and emotional turmoil is set into motion as Piers begins to question his future amid the allure of women's influence and the weight of his family's legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject London (England) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 4541
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Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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