Old Mr. Tredgold by Mrs. Oliphant
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About this eBook
| Author | Oliphant, Mrs. (Margaret), 1828-1897 |
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| Title | Old Mr. Tredgold |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Old Mr. Tredgold" by Mrs. Oliphant is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the lives of two sisters, Katherine and Stella Tredgold, and their interactions with their father, Mr. Tredgold, a retired City man. The narrative delves into themes of familial relationships, societal expectations, and the contrasting personalities of the sisters, with Katherine being more serious while Stella is characterized by her charm and vivacity. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the Tredgold family, who have settled in a beautiful home on the Isle of Wight. As the two sisters navigate their social lives, we see the dynamics of favoritism and the challenges Katherine faces as she lives in Stella's shadow. While Katherine is depicted as responsible and somewhat reserved, Stella captures everyone's attention with her lively spirit. The opening chapters set the stage for an impending societal picnic, which becomes a pivotal moment, leading to a thrilling incident involving a boat outing that tests family bonds and personal growth amidst the backdrop of class and gender expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sisters -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55155 |
| Release Date | Jul 19, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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