Lord Ormont and His Aminta — Volume 4 by George Meredith
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"Lord Ormont and His Aminta — Volume 4" by George Meredith is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work continues to explore the intricate dynamics of relationships, particularly between the titular character Lord Ormont and his wife Aminta, as well as their connection to a variety of other characters including Lady Charlotte, Ormont's sister. The narrative delves into themes of aristocracy, social expectations, and individual desires through the lens
of their complex interactions. At the start of this volume, we witness Lady Charlotte’s enthusiastic return to her family estate of Steignton, filled with nostalgia and a sense of her own superiority. Her interactions with her brother Rowsley reveal the tension between familial loyalty and the shifting societal norms surrounding marriage and social class. The characters discuss their perspectives on class and conflict, hinting at the underlying complexities of their lives. Lady Charlotte's dismissive attitude towards the changes in social dynamics signals her desire to maintain traditional values, while Lord Ormont grapples with his own marital dissatisfaction as he contemplates Aminta’s ambition and the implications of her actions. This intricate web of familial and romantic dynamics sets the stage for further developments in the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | Lord Ormont and His Aminta — Volume 4 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4480 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jun 13, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 252 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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