The Amazing Marriage — Volume 1 by George Meredith
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"The Amazing Marriage — Volume 1" by George Meredith is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the tumultuous life of the beautiful Countess of Cressett, particularly focusing on her elopement with the daring old buccaneer, Captain Kirby. Meredith's narrative intertwines themes of love, societal expectations, and the complexities of reputation, often reflecting the tumult of the period. The opening of the novel introduces us to Dame
Gossip, a character who serves as a humorous and critical narrator, setting the stage for the scandal surrounding Countess Fanny and Captain Kirby. The initial chapters delve into Fanny's glamorous life and spirited personality, highlighting her enchanting beauty and audacious nature. As the plot unfolds, we witness her audacious decision to elope with Kirby, an old warrior and adventurer, against the backdrop of familial and societal opposition. The tale begins to paint a vivid picture of their tumultuous romance, revealing the complex relationships and dynamics that define their experiences, along with the ensuing drama that captures the curiosity of the surrounding nobility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Amazing Marriage — Volume 1 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | Marriage -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4483 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-04483-5 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jun 13, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 421 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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