The Jugglers: A Story

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Seawell, Molly Elliot, 1860-1916

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Jugglers: A Story" by Molly Elliot Seawell is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Diane Dorian, a talented but ambitious singer in a theatrical troupe, who finds herself at a crossroads when the dashing Marquis Egmont de St. Angel proposes to her. As she navigates her rise in society and her artistic aspirations, the story explores themes of love, ambition, and the complexities of personal identity. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the modest traveling life of a group of performers as they contemplate where to spend the winter. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque autumn, the initial chapter focuses on Diane, her dreams of stardom, and the dynamics within their theatrical company-particularly her relationships with Jean Leroux and François le Bourgeois. As the scene unfolds, Diane's yearning for a better life becomes evident, culminating in her acceptance of the Marquis' marriage proposal, which she believes will fulfill her dreams. However, her ambition and the implications of her newfound status create tension, hinting at deeper emotional conflicts that will be explored throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by D A Alexander, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2020-08-14