Blue-Stocking Hall, (Vol. 2 of 3) by William Pitt Scargill
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| Author | Scargill, William Pitt, 1787-1836 |
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| Title | Blue-Stocking Hall, (Vol. 2 of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Blue-Stocking Hall" by William Pitt Scargill is a novel written in the early 19th century. This work is set in the context of social interactions and familial relationships, focusing on themes of education, gender roles, and societal expectations. The narrative explores the lives and letters of various characters, including Mr. Otway, Mrs. Sandford, and others, as they navigate the complexities of their personal and social lives. The opening of "Blue-Stocking Hall" introduces a series of letters that reveal the correspondences between characters scattered across different locales. In one letter, Mr. Otway updates General Douglas about recent happenings, including the acquisition of a splendid mansion for the General's return to England and news regarding his family. In another letter, Mrs. Sandford shares her excitement about her daughters while addressing the social challenges they face. The letters illustrate the characters' concerns over societal expectations and personal aspirations, hinting at themes of love, ambition, and the intricacies of pastoral life in early 19th-century England. The epistolary format allows for deep insight into each character's thoughts, setting the stage for the unfolding drama and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Epistolary fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Education -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52375 |
| Release Date | Jun 19, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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