| Author |
Bisset, Robert, 1759-1805 |
| Title |
Modern literature: a novel, Volume 3 (of 3)
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: T. N. Longman and O. Rees,1804.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Robert Cicconetti, Eleni Christofaki and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Modern Literature: A Novel, Volume 3" by Robert Bisset is a work of fiction written in the early 19th century. The narrative follows a character named Hamilton, who is deeply immersed in the intricacies of literature and legal study while navigating the complexities of life with his wife, Maria, and his sister, Charlotte. The opening chapters hint at themes of intellectual pursuits, romantic entanglements, and societal observations, exploring both the beauty of the English countryside and the moral dilemmas shaped by contemporary beliefs. The beginning of "Modern Literature: A Novel" introduces Hamilton as he grapples with the decision to continue his legal studies or fully dedicate himself to literature. Set against the backdrop of a scenic excursion to Windsor, Hamilton's journey includes breathtaking views and poignant reflections on royalty and society. As the narrative unfolds, they encounter various characters, including itinerant preachers and a distressed lady with a troubled past. Through these interactions, the novel delves into the implications of choices made in pursuit of pleasure and recognition, foreshadowing the moral complexities that resonate throughout the episode. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- 18th century -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68917 |
| Release Date |
Sep 5, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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