Harry Coverdale's Courtship, and All That Came of It

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Smedley, Frank E. (Frank Edward), 1818-1864.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Harry Coverdale's Courtship, and All That Came of It" by Frank E. Smedley is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This story centers on the character Harry Coverdale, a young man returning to England after traveling abroad, as he navigates the complexities of life, friendships, and romantic pursuits. The narrative explores themes of social class, personal identity, and the societal expectations of marriage, particularly through Coverdale's interactions with various companions and potential love interests. The opening of the novel introduces Harry Coverdale's character and his transition from the carefree adventure of traveling back to the responsibilities awaiting him at his estate, Coverdale Park. Arriving in London, he reconnects with his old friend, Arthur Hazlehurst, who embodies the struggle of societal aspirations through his budding legal career. Throughout their dialogue, Coverdale reveals his views on the difficulties of navigating romantic relationships, showing reluctance to engage in courtship. As the story progresses, it hints at his character's development toward romantic entanglements, bolstered by a challenge from Hazlehurst to confront the societal expectations that come with their class. The tone combines humor and reflection, setting the stage for the various encounters and conflicts that may arise as Coverdale's journey unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive

Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2018-02-18