| Author |
Churchill, Winston, 1871-1947 |
| Title |
A Modern Chronicle — Volume 07
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"A Modern Chronicle — Volume 07" by Winston Churchill is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the character Honora, who navigates a landscape of change and emotion as she approaches a new chapter in her life, primarily revolving around her relationship with Hugh Chiltern. The story delves into themes of love, identity, and societal expectations, particularly in the context of marriage and personal redemption. The opening of the novel introduces Honora's introspection as she awaits an encounter with Hugh, reflecting on her feelings and uncertainties regarding their relationship. As they reunite, there is a palpable tension between her joy and her fear of the future, especially regarding the acceptance of their marriage within societal norms. Through vivid imagery and emotional dialogue, the narrative captures Honora's journey as she grapples with her past and the new possibilities that lie ahead, setting the stage for her complex relationship developments within the societal constraints of their world. The mix of affectionate intimacy and societal pressure hints at deeper conflicts as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Marriage -- Fiction
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| Subject |
United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Women -- Social conditions -- 20th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5380 |
| Release Date |
Oct 19, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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