Sketches by Earl of Beaconsfield Benjamin Disraeli
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"Sketches" by Benjamin Disraeli is a collection of literary works written in the mid-19th century. The book features various narratives, including a tale marked by historical intrigue and romantic entanglements, centered on themes of love, betrayal, and the complexities of feudal loyalties. The characters presented include Lady Imogene and her secret lover, Lothair, set against the backdrop of warring noble houses. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to the realm of
Charolois, where Lady Imogene is caught in a feud between her family and the Barons of Branchimont. Following the loss of her brother, who died in a tournament at the hands of Lothair's family, Lady Imogene finds herself torn between familial loyalty and the burgeoning love for Lothair, the heir of Branchimont. As tensions escalate with an impending return of violence and intrigue, the connection between Lady Imogene and Lothair becomes increasingly fraught, leading her to seek clandestine meetings with him, all while navigating the dangers posed by their respective families. Thus, the unfolding story promises both romance and conflict, engaging the reader with its emotional intensity and setting the stage for dramatic developments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Disraeli, Benjamin, Earl of Beaconsfield, 1804-1881 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sketches |
| Contents | The Carrier Pigeon -- The Consul's Daughter -- Walstein; Or A Cure For Melancholy -- The Court Of Egypt -- The Valley Of Thebes -- Egyptian Thebes -- Shoubra Eden And Lebanon -- A Syrian Sketch -- The Bosphorus -- An Interview With A Great Turk -- Munich -- The Spirit Of Whiggism. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Essays |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19781 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-19781-4 |
| Release Date | Nov 13, 2006 |
| Last Update | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1665 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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