Rukousnauha: Romaani by Florence L. Barclay
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| Author | Barclay, Florence L. (Florence Louisa), 1862-1921 |
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| Uniform Title | The rosary. Finnish |
| Title | Rukousnauha: Romaani |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Rukousnauha: Romaani" by Florence L. Barclay is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story opens in the tranquil setting of Overdene, where a dignified duchess tends to her lush gardens, indicating themes of nobility, solitude, and a desire for companionship. The narrative introduces the duchess and her relationships, setting the stage for exploring interpersonal dynamics and emotional turmoil among the aristocracy. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Overdene and its charming, albeit eccentric, inhabitants. It begins with the duchess collecting roses in her expansive garden, illustrating her independence and the void left after the loss of her son. As she interacts with her surroundings, her character's complexity is slowly revealed, hinting at her past and present struggles. The introduction of Jane Champion, the duchess's niece, is also significant as it foreshadows a pivotal moment when Jane offers to step in for a famous singer, hinting at her hidden talents and the unfolding of themes around self-discovery and societal expectations. Thus, the initial chapters create an engaging backdrop that invites readers into a world where personal desires clash with social obligations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Rich people -- Fiction |
| Subject | Artists -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56666 |
| Release Date | Mar 2, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 39 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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