The History of Pendennis by William Makepeace Thackeray
"The History of Pendennis" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a novel written during the mid-19th century (Victorian era). The story centers around Major Arthur Pendennis, a young man navigating the complexities of life, love, and societal expectations in England. The narrative explores his relationships with family, friends, and acquaintances, particularly focusing on his dramatic decision to pursue an actress, which creates tension and conflict. The opening of the novel introduces Major Pendennis
as he enjoys his breakfast at a club in Pall Mall, showcasing his social status and charm. While he is resplendent in his attire and seems to command respect, he receives distressing news from his sister concerning his nephew, Arthur Pendennis Jr., who is infatuated with an actress and wishes to marry her against family expectations. This news triggers a sense of alarm for the Major, who is concerned about the impact of such a romantic entanglement on the family’s reputation. As he reads the passionate letters from both his sister and nephew, the dynamics of their relationships unfold, setting the stage for the ensuing drama and comedy in the life of Arthur Pendennis, the protagonist in this tale of love and societal scrutiny. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 |
|---|---|
| Title | The History of Pendennis |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pendennis |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories |
| Subject | Autobiographical fiction |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Young men -- Fiction |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Victoria, 1837-1901 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7265 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 329 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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