The Colloquies of Edward Osborne, Citizen and Clothworker of London by Anne Manning
"The Colloquies of Edward Osborne, Citizen and Clothworker of London" by Anne Manning is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the experiences of Edward Osborne, a young lad from the countryside, as he arrives in London and embarks on his apprenticeship in clothworking. The story delves into themes of social dynamics, personal development, and the complexities of urban life during the time. At the start of
the novel, Edward arrives in London with his mother, filled with wonder yet apprehension about the bustling city life. They traverse the lively streets, reaching the Clothworkers’ Hall, where Edward is to begin his apprenticeship. His introduction to the city highlights the stark contrast between his country upbringing and urban realities, punctuated by interactions with his master, Master Hewet, and other characters that foreshadow the challenges and adventures he will face. Edward's initial experiences are characterized by a mix of trepidation and excitement as he navigates this unfamiliar world, setting the stage for his growth and the unfolding drama around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Manning, Anne, 1807-1879 |
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| Illustrator | Jellicoe, John, 1842-1914 |
| Title | The Colloquies of Edward Osborne, Citizen and Clothworker of London |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Pinfield and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Biographical fiction |
| Subject | Osborne, Edward, 1530?-1591 -- Fiction |
| Subject | London (England) -- History -- 16th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51557 |
| Release Date | Mar 25, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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