| Author |
Riddell, J. H., Mrs., 1832-1906 |
| Title |
The Earl's promise : A novel. Vol. 2 (of 3)
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Tinsley Brothers, 1873.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Earl's Promise: A Novel, Vol. 2" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. This volume of the novel continues to explore the complex lives of its characters, particularly focusing on the themes of social status, relationships, and personal identity against a backdrop of societal expectations. The main character, Nettie Brady, grapples with her position after marrying a man below her previous social standing and faces the ostracism of her former acquaintances. The opening of the book introduces readers to Nettie Brady’s challenging situation as she navigates her new life after her marriage. Social rejection becomes a central theme, as both her upper-class former friends and lower social circles avoid her, leaving her feeling isolated and resentful. Her visit from Mrs. Hartley emphasizes Nettie's inner turmoil, revealing her struggle to reconcile her past with her current reality. Meanwhile, Mr. Brady's character is presented as somewhat self-involved, hinting at deeper tensions in their marriage. The narrative sets the stage for exploring the consequences of social choices and the dynamics of personal relationships as Nettie faces the harsh judgments of society and her own diminishing dreams. (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 |
City and town life -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Landlord and tenant -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Mate selection -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Ulster (Northern Ireland and Ireland) -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
70756 |
| Release Date |
May 13, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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