| Author |
Chambers, William, 1800-1883 |
| Author |
Chambers, Robert, 1802-1871 |
| Title |
Spirit of Chambers's Journal : Original tales, essays, and sketches, selected from that work
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| Original Publication |
Edinburgh: W. & R. Chambers, 1834.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Bob Taylor, Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"Spirit of Chambers's Journal: Original Tales, Essays, and Sketches" by William and Robert Chambers is a collection of literary works written in the early 19th century. This volume features a selection of original articles from the Chambers's Journal, which includes tales, essays, and sketches that explore various aspects of life, society, and moral themes. The collection is designed to capture the maxims and manners of the middle classes, providing insight into socio-cultural dynamics of the time. The opening of "Spirit of Chambers's Journal" introduces readers to "Lady Jean," a tale set in the Scottish nobility, focusing on the youngest daughter of the Earl of Wigton, who is confined at home to protect her from potential suitors. While her elder sisters participate in social events at court, Lady Jean longs for companionship and freedom. Her life changes when Richard Storie, a handsome tutor sent by her father to teach her music, arrives at Cumbernauld. As she begins to form a connection with him through their shared musical experiences, intrigue develops, setting the stage for a romantic conflict that intertwines duty and desire. The story balances themes of love, restriction, and societal expectations, drawing readers into the complexities of relationships within the historical context of 17th-century Scotland. (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 |
English literature -- Scottish authors
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72693 |
| Release Date |
Jan 12, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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