| Author |
James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford), 1801?-1860 |
| Title |
Delaware; or, The Ruined Family. Vol. 2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by the
Web Archive (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)
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| Summary |
"Delaware; or, The Ruined Family. Vol. 2" by G. P. R. James is a novel written in the early 19th century. This installment continues the narrative surrounding the Delaware family, focusing particularly on the relationships and financial struggles they face, especially concerning Sir Sidney Delaware and his son, Captain Delaware. The themes of love, loyalty, and the impact of social status are likely central to the unfolding story, highlighting the complexities of familial and romantic ties. The opening of the volume introduces a sense of anticipation and foreboding as Sir Sidney relies on Mr. Tims to deliver an important sum of money, which is intricately tied to their estate's financial troubles. Characters such as Mr. Burrel and his servant Harding are introduced, setting the stage for conflicts fueled by financial desperation and subtle manipulations. Meanwhile, Blanche Delaware's emotional state is unveiled, suggesting a deeper connection between her personal struggles and the family's precarious situation, ultimately intertwining her fate with the unfolding events of her family's financial dilemma. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
51629 |
| Release Date |
Apr 2, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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