Sylvia's Lovers — Volume 2 by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell

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Author Gaskell, Elizabeth Cleghorn, 1810-1865
Title Sylvia's Lovers — Volume 2
Note Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Aldarondo. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "Sylvia's Lovers — Volume 2" by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around the complex relationship between Sylvia Robson, a young country girl, and two men: the charming sailor Charley Kinraid, who brings excitement and adventure, and Philip Hepburn, who represents a more stable, albeit less passionate lifestyle. As the story unfolds, themes of love, class, and the struggles of the human heart emerge, underlining the societal expectations and personal desires of the characters. The opening of this volume delves into the emotional turmoil of Philip Hepburn as he finds himself grappling with both gratitude and anxiety regarding his feelings for Sylvia and his rival Kinraid's affections. Meanwhile, Kinraid's playful exchanges with Sylvia reveal her growing attraction to him, contrasting with Philip's serious demeanor and his desire to protect her from potential heartbreak. The layers of relationships and unspoken tensions set the stage for the unfolding drama of love and loss, as well as the societal pressures of the time. Through vivid descriptions of domestic life and the everyday struggles of its characters, the narrative promises a rich exploration of romantic entanglements and moral dilemmas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Yorkshire (England) -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Women -- England -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 4535
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 28, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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