| Author |
Wood, Henry, Mrs., 1814-1887 |
| Title |
Trevlyn Hold: A Novel
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Mary Meehan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Trevlyn Hold: A Novel" by Mrs. Henry Wood is a work of fiction likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the lives and interpersonal dynamics of the Ryle and Trevlyn families in a rural English setting, detailing themes of class struggle, familial duty, and the impact of tragedy on community relationships. The story opens with a young boy named George Ryle, who confronts bullying and the reality of his father's troubles while navigating his friendships and tensions with the Trevlyn family. The opening of the novel introduces us to a picturesque but changing rural landscape, with George Ryle portraying a mix of youthful bravado and vulnerability. As he engages with another child, he stands up to bullies while reflecting on the complexities of social hierarchies that shape their lives. Concurrently, we learn about family dynamics, particularly George's relationship with his father, whose looming hardships become palpable amid gossip and superstition concerning illness and death. This rich introduction sets the tone for a dramatic exploration of familial ties and struggles against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
36106 |
| Release Date |
May 14, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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