| Author |
Smedley, Frank E. (Frank Edward), 1818-1864 |
| Editor |
Widger, David, 1932-2021? |
| Title |
Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Frank E. Smedley
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously
provided by the Internet Archive
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| Summary |
"Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Frank E. Smedley" compiled by David Widger is a bibliographic collection published in the early 21st century that catalogs the works of the Victorian-era author Frank E. Smedley. The index includes notable titles such as "Frank Fairlegh," "Harry Coverdale’s Courtship," "Fortunes of the Colville Family," and "Lewis Arundel." The book serves as a guide to readers seeking to explore Smedley's contributions to Victorian literature, primarily characterized by themes of comedy and adventure. The index provides an organized overview of Smedley's works, detailing the contents, chapters, and illustrations associated with each title. "Frank Fairlegh" depicts the experiences of a private pupil, blending humor and life lessons, while "Harry Coverdale’s Courtship" examines the romantic escapades and societal interactions of the titular character. "Fortunes of the Colville Family" narrates the trials and tribulations of the Colville family, highlighting themes of resilience and moral lessons. Lastly, "Lewis Arundel" offers a narrative shaped around personal growth amidst humorous and poignant events along the metaphorical "railroad of life." Overall, the compilation allows readers to engage with Smedley’s reflections on societal norms and human relationships during a transformative period in British history. (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 |
Indexes
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57626 |
| Release Date |
Aug 2, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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