The Untilled Field by George Moore
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"The Untilled Field" by George Moore is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story primarily follows a sculptor named Rodney, who grapples with personal and artistic crises as he navigates the complexities of life in Ireland, grappling with religious and cultural constraints that stifle his creativity. Central to the opening chapter are themes of artistic ambition, personal loss, and the pursuit of beauty, all set against a backdrop of
a society steeped in traditional values that challenge Rodney's artistic vision. The opening of the novel introduces us to Rodney, who is in his studio on a beautiful summer morning, excited about finishing his new sculpture, a group he calls "Virgin and Child." However, upon arriving, he discovers his studio has been vandalized, leading to the destruction of his work—a devastating loss that prompts reflection on Ireland's stifling environment for artists and the futility of his efforts. Within this emotional turmoil, he interacts with Lucy, a model who has inspired his work. Their dialogue reveals the societal pressures around them and the implications of artistic expression intertwined with personal relationships, setting the stage for further exploration of these themes throughout the novel. As the narrative progresses, it becomes clear that Rodney's artistic journey is inextricably linked to the societal factors surrounding him, as well as his relationship with Lucy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Moore, George, 1852-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Untilled Field |
| Contents | In the clay -- Some parishioners -- The exile -- Home sickness -- A letter to Rome -- Julia Cahill's curse -- A playhouse in the waste -- The wedding-gown -- The clerk's quest -- "Alms-giving." -- So on he fares -- The wild goose -- The way back. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Franks, Robert Rowe, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Ireland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ireland -- Emigration and Immigration -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4034 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04034-9 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 687 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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