| Author |
Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 |
| Title |
Memoirs and resolutions of Adam Graeme of Mossgray, including some chronicles of the borough of Fendie
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| Original Publication |
London: Hurst and Blackett, Publishers, 1859.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Memoirs and Resolutions of Adam Graeme of Mossgray, Including Some Chronicles of the Borough of Fendie" by the author of "Passages in the Life of Mrs. Margaret Maitland" is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The book centers on the life of Adam Graeme, reflecting on his solitary existence at Mossgray, his interactions with family and friends, and his philosophical musings on life, loss, and identity. The narrative unfolds through Adam's recollections, adding depth to his character as he grapples with grief and nostalgia. The opening of the novel introduces Adam Graeme as he reflects on his birth and the bittersweet circumstances surrounding it, including the loss of his mother. The tone is introspective and melancholic, capturing Adam's sadness as he recounts his father's neglect and the haunting memories of his childhood home, Mossgray. The narrative is rich with descriptions of the natural landscape surrounding Mossgray, as well as the emotional complexities of Adam's relationships, particularly with his cousin Charlie Graeme and Lucy Murray. As the story progresses, themes of friendship, ambition, and societal expectations begin to intertwine, setting the stage for Adam's journey through the challenges of young adulthood and the weight of his family legacy. (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 |
Bildungsromans
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| Subject |
Scotland -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Youth -- Scotland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74930 |
| Release Date |
Dec 20, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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