The Second Generation by David Graham Phillips

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Author Phillips, David Graham, 1867-1911
Title The Second Generation
Note Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Rick Niles, John Hagerson, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Second Generation" by David Graham Phillips is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores the tensions and contrasts between the hard-working values of the older generation, embodied by Hiram Ranger, a miller and industrialist, and the more indulgent, leisure-oriented lifestyle of his children, Arthur and Delia. The book delves into themes of duty, expectation, and the generational clash between traditional work ethics and the emerging desires for luxury and social status. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Hiram Ranger as he conducts his daily rounds in the flour mills he owns, showcasing his dedication and hands-on approach to work. His son, Arthur, arrives in a fashionable getup that marks a stark contrast to Hiram's working-class attire, sparking tension due to their differing lifestyles. This tension escalates when Arthur reveals he has failed his exams at Harvard, prompting Hiram to contemplate how to redirect his son's life. The opening establishes familial dynamics and the weight of expectations, suggesting a broader examination of social class and values as the characters navigate their relationships amidst changing societal standards. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Children of the rich -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 11614
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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