The Sentimentalists by George Meredith
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Author | Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
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Title | The Sentimentalists |
Note | Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
Summary | "The Sentimentalists" by George Meredith is an unfinished comedy written during the late 19th century. The book centers around the complexities of love, marriage, and individual identity against a backdrop of societal expectations. With a blend of social commentary and romantic entanglements, the narrative explores the dynamics between a group of characters navigating their feelings and societal roles in a Surrey garden. In the play, the central character Astraea is a widow struggling with the implications of her status in society and the pressures from various suitors, including the young Arden. She wrestles with her feelings of desire and the expectations of remaining dedicated to her deceased husband. Throughout the dialogue, characters discuss themes related to love, marriage, and self-identity, often debating the nature of womanhood and romantic pursuit. As the story unfolds, misunderstandings and emotional conflicts arise, especially when Astraea confronts her own agency, complicating her relationship with Arden. The work captures both humorous and serious undertones as the characters navigate their sentiments within the societal confines of their time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
Subject | English drama (Comedy) |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 4497 |
Release Date | Sep 1, 2003 |
Most Recently Updated | Jun 13, 2024 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 41 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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