The Three Lovers by Frank Swinnerton
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"The Three Lovers" by Frank Swinnerton is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of London and revolves around a variety of characters, primarily focusing on Patricia Quin, an inexperienced but vibrant young woman navigating the complexities of love and social interactions. The book explores themes of self-discovery, the contrast between the bohemian lifestyle and conventional society, and the emotional trials of romantic
relationships. At the start of the story, the atmosphere is bleak as characters rush to escape an uncomfortable, cold September evening in London. The main character, Patricia, is introduced through her experiences at a lively party hosted by Monty Rosenberg, a self-indulgent artist whose charm and sophistication capture Patricia's interest. As guests fill the studio with vibrant chatter and smoke, Edgar Mayne, who seems out of place yet observant, watches Patricia with curiosity. Meanwhile, Harry Greenlees, a handsome and carefree young man, engages in flirtation with her. The opening chapters establish a setting of warmth and conviviality, providing a stark contrast to Patricia's lonely and modest home life, hinting at the emotional tensions and romantic entanglements that will unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Swinnerton, Frank, 1884-1982 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 22026983 |
| Title | The Three Lovers |
| Credits |
Produced by Carlos Colón, the University of Toronto 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: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Orphans -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Kensington (London, England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bohemianism -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63479 |
| Release Date | Oct 17, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 455 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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