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"The Indifference of Juliet" by Grace S. Richmond is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the main character, Juliet Marcy, as she navigates her complex feelings for Anthony Robeson, a man of reduced means from an esteemed family, who is preparing to marry Eleanor Langham, a wealthy heiress. The narrative explores themes of love, societal expectations, and the transformation of personal relationships against the backdrop of economic hardship. At the start of the novel, Anthony Robeson reveals to Juliet his plan to marry Eleanor Langham and asks for her help in furnishing the home he intends to share with her. Juliet is surprised yet intrigued by Anthony’s choice of a bride. As the two embark on the task of decorating the house on a limited budget, their interactions hint at deeper feelings and unexpressed tensions. The opening portion sets up not only the romantic entanglements and friendships but also the societal pressures faced by the characters, particularly Juliet, who begins to realize her own feelings and the implications of Anthony’s upcoming marriage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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