| Author |
Holmes, Mary Jane, 1825-1907 |
| Title |
Mrs. Hallam's companion; and The Spring Farm, and other tales
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| Original Publication |
United States: G. W. Dillingham,1896.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Mrs. Hallam's companion -- The Spring Farm -- The Hepburn line -- Mildred's ambition.
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| Credits |
Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Mrs. Hallam's Companion; and The Spring Farm, and Other Tales" by Mary Jane Holmes is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story follows Mrs. Carter Hallam, a social climber who aims to elevate her status in society after her husband becomes a wealthy man. The opening chapter sets the stage for her ambitions, showcasing her complex relationship with her nephew Rex, and hints at the introduction of Bertha Leighton, the young woman who will become her companion during their travels in Europe. The beginning of the novel introduces us to Mrs. Hallam, who is preparing for a trip to Europe, driven by a desire to mingle with the upper crust of society. As she reflects on her social rise from humble beginnings, we learn about her millionaire husband and her nephew Rex, whom she hopes will help manage her ambitions. The chapter highlights her internal conflicts and trivialities surrounding social status, all while establishing the arrival of Bertha Leighton, a spirited young woman from a farming background, who is seeking to earn money while helping to support her family back home. The unfolding dynamics between these characters suggest themes of social aspiration, the contrast between wealth and rootedness, and the complexities of human relationships that are likely to be explored throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69780 |
| Release Date |
Jan 13, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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