The Talk of the Town, Volume 1 (of 2) by James Payn
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| Author | Payn, James, 1830-1898 |
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| Title | The Talk of the Town, Volume 1 (of 2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Talk of the Town, Volume 1" by James Payn is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story seems to revolve around the life and reminiscences of a young man as he recounts his experiences and those of his Great Aunt Margaret, with a focus on social matters and personal relationships intersecting with themes of literature and Shakespearean heritage. The narrative is set in a world where historical anecdotes and romantic aspirations intertwine. The opening of the novel introduces Aunt Margaret as a remarkable figure, a centenarian who serves as a living repository of history, and through her recollections, the narrator intends to tell the "pitiful story" of a young man who was once the "Talk of the Town." We learn about Aunt Margaret's old-fashioned views and her deep connection to the past, including her admiration for London and its gossip as well as her own experiences. The young man, William Henry Erin, and his cousin Margaret Slade are introduced in their journey to Stratford-upon-Avon, intersecting with literary aspirations and the pursuit of identity amid societal expectations. William's feelings for Margaret become evident, highlighting a tender yet complicated relationship that unfolds against the backdrop of their uncle's antiquarian passions and Shakespearean lore. Their interactions set the stage for romance, aspiration, and the generational differences that permeate the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 -- Forgeries -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47964 |
| Release Date | Jan 13, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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