The Jugglers: A Story by Molly Elliot Seawell
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"The Jugglers: A Story" by Molly Elliot Seawell is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Diane Dorian, a talented but ambitious singer in a theatrical troupe, who finds herself at a crossroads when the dashing Marquis Egmont de St. Angel proposes to her. As she navigates her rise in society and her artistic aspirations, the story explores themes of love, ambition, and the complexities of personal
identity. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the modest traveling life of a group of performers as they contemplate where to spend the winter. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque autumn, the initial chapter focuses on Diane, her dreams of stardom, and the dynamics within their theatrical company—particularly her relationships with Jean Leroux and François le Bourgeois. As the scene unfolds, Diane's yearning for a better life becomes evident, culminating in her acceptance of the Marquis’ marriage proposal, which she believes will fulfill her dreams. However, her ambition and the implications of her newfound status create tension, hinting at deeper emotional conflicts that will be explored throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Seawell, Molly Elliot, 1860-1916 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Jugglers: A Story |
| Credits |
Produced by D A Alexander, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | France -- Fiction |
| Subject | Franco-Prussian War, 1870-1871 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- History -- Commune, 1871 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jugglers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62927 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62927-8 |
| Release Date | Aug 14, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 550 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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