The Lion and the Unicorn by Richard Harding Davis

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Author Davis, Richard Harding, 1864-1916
Title The Lion and the Unicorn
Note Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The lion and the unicorn -- On the fever ship -- The man with one talent -- The vagrant -- The last ride together.
Credits Charles Keller and David Widger
Summary "The Lion and the Unicorn" by Richard Harding Davis is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds in London and revolves around the experiences of various characters, including Captain Carrington and an American lodger named Philip Carroll, as they navigate personal and social struggles amidst a backdrop of war and romance. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Prentiss, a British florist, whose shop displays a lion and unicorn symbolizing British heraldry. The narrative moves through Prentiss’s observations of his patrons, touching upon Captain Carrington's departure for war and the arrival of the American lodger, Philip Carroll, who seeks success as a playwright. As Philip engages with visitors and interacts with various women, including the enchanting Marion Cavendish and the determined Helen Cabot, the groundwork is laid for themes of love, ambition, and the complexities of relationships in the vibrant setting of early 20th-century London. The opening sets a reflective tone that hints at deeper emotional connections and aspirations that will develop throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories, American
Subject Manners and customs -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1620
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 5, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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