Lodore, Vol. 1 (of 3)

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Shelley, Mary Wollstonecraft, 1797-1851

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Lodore, Vol. 1 (of 3)" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a novel written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of the Fitzhenry family, highlighting their genteel existence amid social challenges and personal dramas in England and America. The narrative delves into themes of love, loss, and the search for identity, featuring characters such as the noble yet troubled Lord Lodore and his devoted sister Elizabeth, as well as his daughter Ethel, who represents innocence and hope. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the quiet village of Longfield, Essex, where Elizabeth Fitzhenry resides, burdened by family misfortunes and the absence of her brother, Lord Lodore. As she reminisces about her past and expresses her longing for his return, the narrative shifts to Lodore, who has sought refuge in the American wilderness, grappling with his own restlessness and remorse. He is depicted as a man who has fled from the chaos of aristocratic life, yet remains haunted by unresolved feelings. The excerpt sets the stage for a story rich in emotional depth, exploring the impact of familial bonds and the trials of love against the backdrop of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Laura Natal Rodrigues at Free Literature (Images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library.)

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lodore

Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2021-02-14