Marriage à la mode

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ward, Humphry, Mrs., 1851-1920

Contributor:

Pegram, Fred, 1870-1937

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Marriage à la Mode" by Mrs. Humphry Ward is a novel written in the early 20th century. It explores complex themes of relationships, societal expectations, and the contrasts between American and British cultures. The story revolves around the character of Roger Barnes, a young Englishman, and Daphne Floyd, an American heiress, as they navigate the tensions of their differing backgrounds and personal ambitions. The opening of the novel introduces the dynamic between General Hobson and his nephew, Roger Barnes, aboard a steamer in America, setting the stage for cultural contrasts and familial expectations. As they discuss their trip to Mount Vernon, Roger's sense of adventure meets his uncle's criticism of American society's values. We also see the early hints of Roger's attraction to the independent and spirited Daphne Floyd, who is portrayed as a strong, captivating character with a vibrant personality. The chapter lays the groundwork for the tension between personal desires and societal pressures that will unfold as the story progresses, particularly as Roger must consider his future amidst the complexities of love and family obligation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.

"This story appeared in England under the title of 'Daphne.'"--Note.

Release date is 2007-01-16