| Author |
Lewes, George Henry, 1817-1878 |
| Title |
Rose, Blanche, and Violet, Volume 3 (of 3)
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| Original Publication |
London: Smith, Elder and Co., 1848.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Rose, Blanche, and Violet, Volume 3" by George Henry Lewes is a fictional narrative likely written in the mid-19th century. The story primarily revolves around themes of love, ambition, and the struggles of the characters, particularly focusing on Cecil, Blanche, and their social and personal dilemmas amidst a backdrop of art and societal expectations. As the tale unfolds, readers encounter complex emotional landscapes, highlighting the tensions between ambition and personal integrity. At the start of this volume, the characters Cecil and Blanche are depicted residing in a modest boarding house as they grapple with their financial struggles and ambition in the arts. Cecil, an aspiring painter, finds himself increasingly disillusioned with his lack of progress and the comforts of society that he yearns for but cannot attain. As he battles with self-doubt and idleness, the narrative sets the stage for a series of events that will explore the consequences of his choices, including the allure of gambling, which may lead him down a path of moral decline. Meanwhile, the bond between him and Blanche is tested as their hopes for a more prosperous future are overshadowed by increasing pressures and external influences. (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 -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Young women -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Sisters -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Mate selection -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Families -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Stepmothers -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72682 |
| Release Date |
Jan 11, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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