False Dawn (The 'Forties) by Edith Wharton
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| Author | Wharton, Edith, 1862-1937 |
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| Illustrator | Caswell, Edward C., 1879-1963 |
| Title | False Dawn (The 'Forties) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Book 1 of "Old New York." |
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| Summary | "False Dawn (The 'Forties)" by Edith Wharton is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in a past era, specifically the 1840s, and revolves around the life of Lewis Raycie, a young man navigating familial expectations and his feelings for a girl named Treeshy Kent, while contemplating a Grand Tour of Europe that could change his life. The opening portion of the book introduces the characters at a farewell gathering for Lewis, highlighting the dynamics between him and his father, Mr. Halston Raycie, as well as other relatives and acquaintances. Through detailed descriptions of the setting and characters, we learn about Lewis's complex feelings regarding his father's expectations and his love for Treeshy. As he prepares for his voyage to Europe—a quest for experiences and identity—Lewis grapples with the weight of his upbringing and the desire to break free from familial constraints. The atmosphere is rich with social expectations, familial pride, and the nuanced interplay of affection and obligation, setting a captivating stage for the protagonist's journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fathers and sons -- Fiction |
| Subject | Children of the rich -- Fiction |
| Subject | Americans -- Europe -- Fiction |
| Subject | Art -- Collectors and collecting -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61297 |
| Release Date | Feb 2, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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