Love and Life: An Old Story in Eighteenth Century Costume by Charlotte M. Yonge
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"Love and Life: An Old Story in Eighteenth Century Costume" by Charlotte M. Yonge is a historical novel set in the early 19th century. The narrative revolves around the enchanting tale of Psyche and Cupid, reimagined within the context of 18th-century English society. The central focus seems to be on the lives of the Delavie sisters, particularly Aurelia, as they navigate love, societal pressures, and familial duties amidst a backdrop of traditions
and expectations. The opening of the novel introduces Major Delavie, a retired officer, as he awaits the return of his daughters from a festive outing. Through a detailed description of their home and lifestyle, we encounter the characters of the sisters—Aurelia, Harriet, and Betty—as they discuss their experiences at a syllabub party. Aunt Betty, the eldest sister, takes on a maternal role, ensuring her siblings' well-being while grappling with her feelings about societal expectations and familial honor. Amidst playful banter and fatherly affection, hints of romantic intrigue and tension surface, particularly regarding the youngest sister Aurelia, foreshadowing her future entanglements and the larger themes of love and sacrifice woven into the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 |
|---|---|
| Title | Love and Life: An Old Story in Eighteenth Century Costume |
| Credits | Produced by Doug Levy, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5700 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 6486 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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