| Author |
Goldsmith, Oliver, 1730?-1774 |
| Title |
The Vicar of Wakefield
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Vicar_of_Wakefield
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Charles J. Griep and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Vicar of Wakefield" by Oliver Goldsmith is a novel written in the early 18th century. The story revolves around the life and experiences of Dr. Charles Primrose, a vicar, who navigates personal and familial trials while maintaining an optimistic and moralistic outlook. The narrative explores themes of virtue, familial love, and societal expectations, showcasing the interplay between simplicity and the complexities introduced by wealth and social status. The opening portion of the book establishes the character of Dr. Primrose and his idyllic life with his family in the countryside. He describes his contentment, the joys of his home, and the vibrant personalities of his children, Olivia and Sophia. The vicar’s philosophy on life emphasizes humility and the importance of moral character over material wealth. However, their happiness is soon disrupted by a failure in fortune, hinting at the challenges they will face ahead. The text also introduces Mr. Burchell, a potential ally, and hints at budding romances that complicate family dynamics. Overall, the beginning sets a tone of pastoral tranquility shadowed by the looming specter of misfortune. (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 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Domestic fiction
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| Subject |
Poor families -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Clergy -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Children of clergy -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Prisoners -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Abduction -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2667 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 11, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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