| Author |
Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
| Title |
Beauchamp's Career — Volume 4
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beauchamp%27s_Career
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| Credits |
This etext was produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Beauchamp's Career — Volume 4" by George Meredith is a novel written during the late 19th century. This installment continues to explore the complexities of political ambition and personal relationships through the central character, Commander Nevil Beauchamp, as he navigates rivalries, campaigns, and romantic entanglements. The narrative weaves through the values and tensions of English society during this period, particularly focusing on the intersections of politics, social class, and gender. The opening of the fourth volume elaborates on the aftermath of Beauchamp's political campaign in Bevisham, highlighting his perceived failures and the effect of public opinion on his reputation, especially in the eyes of Cecilia Halkett, who is grappling with her feelings for him amidst swirling rumors and her father's objections. The introduction of Mr. Blackburn Tuckham, a solid Tory who contrasts sharply with Beauchamp’s radical ideals and public persona, sets the stage for political discussions that challenge societal norms. Tuckham's critical views on liberalism and social issues reveal the stark political divide of the time, while Cecilia's internal conflict about Beauchamp’s duality deepens the emotional stakes as the characters engage in discussions that probe the essence of loyalty, love, and moral responsibility amidst chaotic electoral politics. (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 |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4456 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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