Blue-Stocking Hall, (Vol. 1 of 3) by William Pitt Scargill
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| Author | Scargill, William Pitt, 1787-1836 |
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| Title | Blue-Stocking Hall, (Vol. 1 of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Blue-Stocking Hall" by William Pitt Scargill is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around themes of female education, societal expectations, and family dynamics as captured through a series of letters exchanged between the characters. The central figures include Charles Falkland, who is on a journey to visit his friend Arthur Howard's relatives, and various members of the Douglas family, particularly the spirited Emily and her siblings. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a set of letters that provide insight into the lives and sentiments of the characters. Charles Falkland writes to Arthur Howard as he prepares to depart for Glenalta, where Arthur's family resides. Falkland expresses his eagerness to explore this new world, expressing both romantic notions and a desire to connect with Arthur's family. In parallel, we see Emily Douglas correspond with her friend Julia, sharing her experiences and the family's recent endeavors caring for their neighbor Mr. Otway. The letters set the stage for the interactions among the Douglas family, Arthur, and Falkland, hinting at potential conflicts and developments regarding perceptions of women’s education and the old vs. new ideals of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Epistolary fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Conduct of life -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Education -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40974 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2012 |
| Most Recently Updated | Sep 14, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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