John de Lancaster: a novel; vol. II. by Richard Cumberland
"John de Lancaster: a novel; vol. II." by Richard Cumberland is a continuing fiction work likely written in the early 19th century. This volume follows the intricate lives of the De Lancaster family, particularly focusing on the titular character, John De Lancaster, as he navigates themes of honor, love, and familial loyalty against a backdrop of societal and personal challenges. The narrative explores his relationships, especially with Cecilia, Mrs. De Lancaster, and
the emerging dynamics surrounding their fateful connections. At the start of this volume, the narrative introduces an experiment lead by Philip De Lancaster aiming to use music to heal Mrs. De Lancaster, who is in a vulnerable state of health. The opening scenes emphasize deep emotional connections among characters, showing Mrs. De Lancaster’s sorrowful reflections on her past while expressing fears for her son's future. Meanwhile, Philip seeks the aid of David Williams, a blind minstrel, to perform music that might restore her spirits. As the story unfolds, it touches on the complexities of family expectations, the weight of legacy, and emerging romantic tensions, setting the stage for John's coming-of-age journey intertwined with the unfolding of these themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cumberland, Richard, 1732-1811 |
|---|---|
| Title | John de Lancaster: a novel; vol. II. |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Lackington, Allen, and Co.,1809. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_de_Lancaster_(novel) |
| Credits | Sonya Schermann, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Wales, North -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69056 |
| Release Date | Sep 27, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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