| Author |
Southey, Robert, 1774-1843 |
| Title |
The doctor, &c., vol. 1 (of 7)
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| Alternate Title |
The doctor, etc., vol. 1 (of 7)
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown, Green and Longman,1834.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Note |
Vol. 1-5 published anonymously, 1834-38; vol. 6-7 edited by John Wood Warter; attributed to Robert Southey.
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| Credits |
Ron Swanson
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| Summary |
"The Doctor, &c., vol. 1 (of 7)" by Robert Southey is a fictional narrative written in the early 19th century. The book introduces us to Doctor Daniel Dove, who, along with his horse Nobs and a host of other characters, embarks on whimsical adventures filled with humor and social commentary. It seems to explore themes of domestic life, the nature of authorship, and the intersection between genius and the mundane. The opening of the work sets the stage for a lively discussion among a family at dinner, where the narrator reflects on the idea that certain thoughts and events "ought to be written in a book." The conversation is interspersed with playful banter and encouragement from various characters, revealing a light yet introspective tone. The narrator grapples with inspiration amid distractions and humorous reflections on writing, leading to a restless night filled with visions of stories yet to be told. This introductory portion hints at a narrative rich in dialogue and character development, establishing a humorous yet contemplative atmosphere that invites readers into the peculiar world of Doctor Dove. (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 |
English literature -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69282 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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