Imogen: A Pastoral Romance by William Godwin

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Author Godwin, William, 1756-1836
Title Imogen: A Pastoral Romance
Credits Produced by Produced by Jonathan Ingram, David Garcia and Distributed Proofreaders
Summary "Imogen: A Pastoral Romance" by William Godwin is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. This work presents themes of love and virtue, centering around the characters Imogen and Edwin, two innocent lovers navigating a story set against a backdrop of pastoral beauty and adversity. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to the idyllic valley of Clwyd, where the simplicity of rural life fosters a sense of tranquility among its inhabitants. Edwin, a handsome and gentle shepherd, has a deep-rooted affection for Imogen, a pure-hearted shepherdess. Their bond, dating back to childhood, grows as they experience the frivolities and trials of youth. However, as the narrative unfolds, Edwin and Imogen find themselves in the midst of supernatural occurrences with the intrusion of dark forces, notably the nefarious Roderic, who seeks to claim Imogen for himself. This initial portion establishes both the charm of pastoral life and the impending tensions that foreshadow conflict and adventure, setting the stage for the lovers’ trials ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Pastoral fiction
Subject Wales -- Fiction
Subject Druids and druidism -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 9152
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Most Recently Updated Jun 21, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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