The New Abelard: A Romance, Volume 2 (of 3) by Robert Williams Buchanan

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Author Buchanan, Robert Williams, 1841-1901
Title The New Abelard: A Romance, Volume 2 (of 3)
Note Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The New Abelard: A Romance, Volume 2" by Robert Williams Buchanan is a novel written in the late 19th century. This book continues the exploration of complex relationships and societal norms, particularly focusing on Ambrose Bradley, a controversial preacher, and his connection with Alma Craik, the woman he loves. Themes of love, betrayal, and the clash between traditional beliefs and new ideologies shape the narrative as the characters navigate their intertwined destinies. At the start of the novel, the conversation between George Craik and Cholmondeley reveals deep-seated emotions surrounding Alma's engagement with Bradley, who has sparked scandal through his new church. As George grapples with his family's honor and his feelings for Alma, tensions rise when he discovers that Alma and Bradley have been seen together, sparking his jealousy and obsession. The narrative delves into the characters' backgrounds and motivations, hinting at past relationships that complicate their current situations, setting the stage for further conflict and emotional turmoil. The tense interactions between the characters foreshadow dramatic confrontations and revelations that will unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject Clergy -- Fiction
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Religious fiction
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EBook-No. 54856
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Most Recently Updated Feb 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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