The Fighting Chance by Robert W. Chambers

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Author Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William), 1865-1933
Title The Fighting Chance
Note Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Jeffrey Kraus-yao, and David Widger
Summary "The Fighting Chance" by Robert W. Chambers is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story introduces the main character, Siward, a young man appearing somewhat absent-minded and affable, as he arrives at a summer home named Shotover House. The narrative unfolds around his interactions with the spirited Sylvia Landis and their budding acquaintance, layered with themes of social standing, hereditary reputation, and personal choices amidst societal expectations. At the start of the book, Siward arrives by train at Shotover, seemingly uncertain of his destination and preoccupied with the vibrant chaos of the station. He is greeted by a groom who leads him to a phaeton driven by Sylvia Landis, marking the beginning of their charged relationship. As they drive, their conversation reveals personalities that both attract and challenge each other: Siward's easy-going nature contrasts with Sylvia's underlying conflict regarding her engagement to Howard Quarrier, a man of significant social standing. The two engage in a lighthearted but revealing discourse about love, responsibility, and the pressures of societal norms, setting the stage for deeper emotional exploration and potential conflict in the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 7492
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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