Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 2 by William Dean Howells
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"Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 2" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century, as part of a series chronicling the life and travels of the March family. The narrative follows the experiences of the couple, Mr. and Mrs. March, as they navigate social encounters and cultural observations during their journey in Europe, particularly in Carlsbad, where they explore the interactions of various social classes and
the complexities of acquaintanceship among different nationalities. The opening of the book introduces key characters, including the Marches and their friend Burnamy, who has recently taken a position as a journalist. As they arrive in Carlsbad, Mrs. March expresses her affection for Burnamy while reflecting on his relationship with his employer, Stoller. Throughout the beginning portion, readers are treated to vivid descriptions of the location, detailing the rich tapestry of society and culture found in Carlsbad. The interactions among the characters, particularly focusing on Mrs. March's perceptive commentary on social manners and the nuances of their surroundings, set the stage for a deeper exploration of themes related to identity, status, and the transitory nature of social connections during their European adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Howells, William Dean, 1837-1920 |
|---|---|
| Title | Their Silver Wedding Journey — Volume 2 |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Americans -- Europe -- Fiction |
| Subject | Transatlantic voyages -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 3372 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2004 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 392 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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