Under St Paul's: A Romance by Richard Dowling
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"Under St Paul's: A Romance" by Richard Dowling is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds primarily around the character George Osborne, a man who embarks on his first significant journey away from home to London, where he encounters the captivating Miss Marie Gordon, a cosmopolitan woman with a complex background. Their interactions reveal themes of love, identity, and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of London’s vibrant
life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a dinner scene at Mrs. Barclay's private hotel where George Osborne meets Marie Gordon, an intriguing and beautiful young woman. Their conversation is lively and filled with playful banter, hinting at a mutual attraction. George grapples with his feelings of admiration and confusion as he reflects on his sheltered life in Stratford-on-Avon compared to the bustling and dynamic city he finds himself in. The opening chapters set the stage for a romantic exploration as the characters’ paths intertwine, exploring the complexities of their personalities, aspirations, and the rapidly changing world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dowling, Richard, 1846-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | Under St Paul's: A Romance |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans from Google Books (Oxford University) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | St. Paul's Cathedral (London, England) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42600 |
| Release Date | Apr 26, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 374 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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