Helena by Mrs. Humphry Ward
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"Helena" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a novel written during the early 20th century, specifically in the immediate aftermath of World War I. The narrative centers around the dynamics between Lord Buntingford, a naval officer recently returned from service, and his newly appointed ward, Helena Pitstone, a spirited and rebellious young woman navigating the complexities of post-war society. Themes of freedom, authority, and the quest for personal identity are at the forefront
as characters grapple with societal expectations and personal desires. The opening of "Helena" introduces us to Lord Buntingford as he contemplates the growing challenges posed by the "Middle Classes" through a circular appealing for support. We learn about his artistic sensibilities and his responsibility as Helena's guardian, a role he feels ambivalent about. The arrival of Helena hints at her strong personality—she is described as beautiful, intelligent, and self-willed, immediately engaging in playful exchanges with her guardian. As she arrives, her quick wit and desire for autonomy become apparent, setting the stage for potential conflicts with Lord Buntingford’s protective nature. The early scenes skillfully highlight the contrasting perspectives of the older and younger generations in a rapidly changing world, teasing the tensions that will unfold between personal ambitions and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ward, Humphry, Mrs., 1851-1920 |
|---|---|
| Title | Helena |
| Credits | Produced by Andrew Templeton, Juliet Sutherland, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Guardian and ward -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 13071 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-13071-2 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 375 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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