The brother clerks : a tale of New-Orleans by Mary Ashley Townsend

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Author Townsend, Mary Ashley, 1832-1901
Title The brother clerks : a tale of New-Orleans
Note Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Brother Clerks: A Tale of New-Orleans" by Mary Ashley Townsend is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story follows two brothers, Arthur and Gulian Pratt, who embark on a journey from New York to New Orleans to find work as clerks following a devastating family tragedy that leaves them on the brink of poverty. As they navigate their new surroundings, the narrative delves into themes of brotherhood, resilience, and the challenges of adapting to a harsh and unfamiliar environment. At the start of the tale, the brothers arrive on a steamer, filled with hope but also apprehension about their future. Arthur, the elder and more confident of the two, is determined to succeed for the sake of their mother, while Gulian, the younger, is filled with anxiety about their new employer, Mr. Delancey. The opening chapters introduce their contrasting personalities, establishing a deep bond between them and hinting at the trials they will face in the bustling city. As the brothers settle into their new roles, the narrative foreshadows the challenges they will encounter, both in their professional lives and personal integrity in a morally complex environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New Orleans (La.) -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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