Storm in a Teacup by Eden Phillpotts
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"Storm in a Teacup" by Eden Phillpotts is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a rural Devon setting and revolves around the complexities of love and relationships, particularly focusing on the marriage between Medora Dingle and her husband, Edward. As the narrative progresses, it explores themes of discontent, self-awareness, and the tension between individual desires and societal expectations." "At the start of the book, the setting
is established along the picturesque Dart River, introducing the characters of Medora, Edward Dingle, and their friend Jordan Kellock. Medora is depicted as a restless young woman, feeling a disconnect in her marriage as she perceives her husband as immature and lacking depth. The dynamics of their relationships suggest an undercurrent of unresolved tension, particularly as Medora seems to navigate the implications of her feelings for Kellock, who remains very much a friend. Through vivid descriptions of the surrounding landscape and lively dialogues, the opening chapters set the stage for an exploration of interpersonal conflicts and the quest for personal satisfaction amidst the trials of domestic life." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Phillpotts, Eden, 1862-1960 |
|---|---|
| Title | Storm in a Teacup |
| Credits |
Produced by MWS, David E. Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Devon (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Husband and wife -- Fiction |
| Subject | Paper mills -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55468 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 440 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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