| Author |
Giberne, Agnes, 1845-1939 |
| Title |
Miss Devereux, spinster
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| Original Publication |
London: James Clarke & Co., 1893.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Summary |
"Miss Devereux, Spinster" by Agnes Giberne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on Sybella Devereux, a nearly forty-year-old woman whose sheltered life is disrupted when her elderly aunt falls ill, forcing her to confront responsibilities for the first time. As she grapples with her new role, she navigates the complexities of her relationships with family, friends, and a younger generation, reflecting on themes of independence, affection, and societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces Sybella as she feels overwhelmed and unprepared for the challenges ahead, especially with her aunt's sudden illness. Living a life of relative comfort and dependence, Sybella's inability to make decisions becomes evident as she faces the prospect of managing everyday affairs alone. The arrival of General Villiers, a family friend, adds a layer of tension, as she wrestles with her feelings of helplessness and the societal pressure of assuming a more active role in her life, while also hinting at potential connections with others around her, including the children of her deceased brother. This beginning sets the stage for Sybella's journey of self-discovery amid the shifting dynamics of family and societal expectations. (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 |
England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Villages -- England -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Love stories
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| Subject |
Guardian and ward -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72933 |
| Release Date |
Feb 12, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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