Cradock Nowell: A Tale of the New Forest. Vol. 1 (of 3) by R. D. Blackmore
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| Author | Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge), 1825-1900 |
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| Title | Cradock Nowell: A Tale of the New Forest. Vol. 1 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Cradock Nowell: A Tale of the New Forest" by R. D. Blackmore is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around the Nowell family, specifically Sir Cradock Nowell and his twin sons, Cradock and Clayton, set against the backdrop of the picturesque New Forest in England. As the narrative unfolds, themes of love, loss, and the bonds of family are explored, set amid the complexities of social status and personal aspirations. The opening portion introduces the setting and characters, beginning with a description of Nowelhurst Hall, the Nowell family estate, and the privileges associated with it. The story quickly reveals the family's struggles following the death of Lady Nowell after giving birth to twins, which leaves Sir Cradock in deep despair. The attention shifts to the contrasting personalities of the twin boys as they grow up under the care of their nurse, Biddy O'Gaghan. As the narrative unfolds, tensions emerge regarding family legacy, personal ambition, and the expectations placed upon the brothers, setting the stage for their development and future challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | New Forest (England : Forest) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47084 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 30, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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