The Town Traveller by George Gissing

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Author Gissing, George, 1857-1903
Title The Town Traveller
Note Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "The Town Traveller" by George Gissing is a novel written during the late 19th century, specifically in the Victorian era. The story centers on Mr. Gammon, a lively and somewhat carefree commercial traveler, who navigates the bustling life of London while interacting with a cast of characters, including the ambitious and spirited Polly Sparkes. The early chapters reveal insights into their lives, hinting at themes of class disparity, personal aspirations, and the search for love and respectability within the constraints of their social environment. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of the daily lives of its characters, beginning with Mr. Gammon, who is seen enjoying breakfast in bed and engaging in humorous banter with the household staff. This light-hearted atmosphere is contrasted by the tensions surrounding Polly Sparkes, who is dealing with her own struggles for independence and respect in her unconventional lifestyle. As Mr. Gammon interacts with various characters in his lodging house, the reader is introduced to aspects of Polly’s life and her relationships with others, foreshadowing conflicts and developments that stem from societal expectations and personal ambitions. The stage is set for a narrative that explores complexities of human relationships, all wrapped in Gissing's keen observational style. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject English fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 4308
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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