Sandra Belloni — Volume 1 by George Meredith
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"Sandra Belloni — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a novel written during the late 19th century. This work centers on the lives of the Pole sisters, who are daughters of a London merchant, as they navigate societal ambitions, artistic aspirations, and personal relationships in their provincial surroundings. The story introduces key characters such as the enigmatic singer Emilia Belloni, who captures the attention of the ladies of Brookfield with her extraordinary
talent, and a Greek financier named Mr. Pericles, whose fascination with music leads to pivotal developments in the narrative. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to the Pole sisters—Arabella, Cornelia, and Adela—who are determined to elevate their social standing through art. A mysterious and captivating voice is heard in the nearby woods, prompting the sisters and their companions to seek its source. The atmosphere is playful but tinged with ambition as they plan to capture the essence of the enigmatic voice, believed to belong to an opera singer. As they embark on an expedition into the woods, they discover Emilia, leading to unexpected social dynamics and emotional revelations. This initial setup presents a blend of satire and social commentary, foreshadowing the complex interpersonal relationships and artistic ambitions that will unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sandra Belloni — Volume 1 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by Pat Castevans and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.5 (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. | 4413 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04413-2 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 410 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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