Country Lodgings by Mary Russell Mitford
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"Country Lodgings" by Mary Russell Mitford is a fictional narrative written during the early 19th century, specifically within the context of the Victorian era. The book revolves around the theme of social dynamics and personal relationships set against the serene backdrop of the English countryside. It captures the lives of its characters as they navigate love, friendship, and the trials of life's circumstances. The story unfolds with the arrival of a spirited
young widow, Mrs. Helen Cameron, who seeks solace from her suburban life in the picturesque manor of Upton Court. There, she encounters M. Choynowski, a handsome and thoughtful Polish gentleman, who has taken lodgings in the very same house. Their developing relationship is complicated by Helen's financial constraints due to a will that prohibits her from remarrying without losing her income. As Helen and Choynowski navigate their blossoming feelings for each other, they face societal expectations and personal sacrifices. The narrative beautifully intertwines themes of love, identity, and resilience as Helen grapples with her potential future, ultimately revealing the depth of human emotion and the longing for connection amid societal constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mitford, Mary Russell, 1787-1855 |
|---|---|
| Title | Country Lodgings |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Country life -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Widows -- Fiction |
| Subject | Courtship -- Fiction |
| Subject | Pastoral fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22838 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-22838-9 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Last Update | Apr 13, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 497 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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