Lord Ormont and His Aminta - Complete

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Meredith, George, 1828-1909

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Lord Ormont and His Aminta" by George Meredith is a novel set in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the romantic entanglement of young characters, particularly Matey Weyburn and Aminta Farrell, a girl at school. The story delves into adolescent love, the complexities of societal expectations, and the significant contrast between gender roles during that era. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the mundane life of schoolboys and their interactions with schoolgirls during Sunday walks, depicting the tension between youthful exuberance and the pressures of social decorum. Matey, a spirited and athletic boy, becomes infatuated with Aminta, also known as Browny, sparking discussions among his peers about gender perceptions and romantic ambitions. As Matey's admiration grows, the narrative hints at deeper societal implications and the potential for a transformative love story, setting the stage for exploring how their relationship might defy or conform to societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-11-05