The Lady Paramount by Henry Harland
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"The Lady Paramount" by Henry Harland is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Susanna, a young woman who, on her twenty-second birthday, defies societal expectations by asserting her independence and embarking on a journey to discover more about herself and her family. Through her playful yet determined nature, Susanna initiates a quest that promises to explore themes of freedom, identity, and social norms. At the start
of the novel, we find Susanna celebrating her birthday with a grand fiesta at her guardian's villa. As the festivities unfold, she surprises everyone by stepping away from the expected path of her life. With her charming disposition and audacious spirit, she announces her intention to travel to Venice, casting aside the constraints imposed by her guardian and society. Her decision creates a series of reactions from those around her, particularly her concerned guardian, Commendatore Fregi, who struggles to comprehend her desires. This opening sets the stage for Susanna's journey, emphasizing her modern outlook and her determination to carve out her own path despite the traditional expectations of a young woman of her station. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Harland, Henry, 1861-1905 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Lady Paramount |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Italy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Christian fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19861 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 286 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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