Damon and Delia: A Tale by William Godwin
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| Author | Godwin, William, 1756-1836 |
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| Title | Damon and Delia: A Tale |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Sheila Vogtmann and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "Damon and Delia: A Tale" by William Godwin is a novel written during the late 18th century. The story revolves around the lives of two central characters, Damon and Delia, as they navigate the complexities of love, societal expectations, and personal ambitions. Set against the backdrop of the racecourses in Southampton, the narrative explores themes of beauty, desire, and the strife between individual emotions and social conventions. At the start of the novel, the scene is set amidst a vibrant social gathering at the Southampton races. The introduction of Delia, a captivating beauty surrounded by numerous admirers, immediately draws attention. As the narrative unfolds, we see Delia's coyness toward her suitors, particularly her disdain for the most favored potential match, Lord Martin. Meanwhile, the mysterious stranger, Damon, enters the scene, commanding the attention of all present, including Delia. Their initial interaction at a ball hints at a burgeoning attraction, despite the complexities and rivalries that ensue. The opening portion of the tale deftly establishes the characters and their motivations, inviting readers into a richly layered exploration of romantic entanglements and societal pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Courtship -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 10318 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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