Penelope : or, Love's labour lost. A novel. Volume 2 (of 3) by Scargill
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"Penelope: or, Love's labour lost. A novel. Volume 2 by Scargill is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story appears to revolve around the character of Penelope Primrose, who is faced with the complexities of love amid societal expectations, particularly involving her relationship with Lord Spoonbill and the potential return of her father. The narrative explores themes of class, ambition, and emotional turmoil, with various characters navigating their desires
and societal roles. At the start of the novel, we see the characters introducing their desires and dilemmas. Lord Spoonbill is fixated on Penelope and contemplates how to win her affection while grappling with his own social standing and reputation. Meanwhile, Penelope eagerly anticipates reuniting with her estranged father, Mr. Primrose, after many years. The arrival of her father introduces a turning point in her life, with implications for her relationships, particularly with Robert Darnley, who harbors feelings for her but is left in a state of uncertainty. The characters' interactions set the stage for dramatic shifts in their lives, highlighting the tension between personal desires and external pressures." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Scargill, William Pitt, 1787-1836 |
|---|---|
| Title | Penelope : or, Love's labour lost. A novel. Volume 2 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Heather Clark, Joke Van Dorst and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44159 |
| Release Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 325 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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