Rhoda Fleming

EAN : 9791041817733

MEREDITH GEORGE

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EAN : 9791041817733

Paru le : 23 juin 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041817733
Réf. éditeur : 290292
Date Parution : 23 juin 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 316
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:17 mm
Poids : 410gr

Résumé

Résumé : "Rhoda Fleming" by George Meredith is a novel that delves into the lives of two sisters, Rhoda and Dahlia, from a Kentish farming family. The story begins with a depiction of their home life, where their mother, Mrs. Fleming, is passionate about her garden, and their father, William John Fleming, struggles with the financial burdens of farming. The narrative explores the sisters' contrasting personalities and aspirations. Dahlia, the elder sister, is beautiful and dreams of the excitement of London, while Rhoda is more grounded and dutiful. The plot thickens when Dahlia moves to London, leaving Rhoda and their father behind. Her departure is marked by a sense of mystery and concern, as her letters home become less frequent and more enigmatic. The family's financial struggles are compounded by the presence of Anthony Hackbut, Mrs. Fleming's brother, who is perceived as a miser but holds the potential to change their fortunes. The novel examines themes of family loyalty, societal expectations, and the pursuit of personal happiness. As the story unfolds, Rhoda is faced with the challenge of understanding her sister's choices and the impact they have on their family. The narrative is rich with character development and social commentary, reflecting Meredith's keen insight into human nature and the complexities of familial relationships.
Biographie : George Meredith OM (12 February 1828 - 18 May 1909) was an English novelist and poet of the Victorian era. At first his focus was poetry, influenced by John Keats among others, but he gradually established a reputation as a novelist. The Ordeal of Richard Feverel (1859) briefly scandalised Victorian literary circles. Of his later novels, the most enduring is The Egoist (1879), though in his lifetime his greatest success was Diana of the Crossways (1885). His novels were innovative in their attention to characters' psychology, and also took a close interest in social change. His style, in both poetry and prose, was noted for its syntactic complexity; Oscar Wilde likened it to chaos illumined by brilliant flashes of lightning. He was an encourager of other novelists, as well as an influence on them; among those to benefit were Rrt Louis Stevenson and George Gissing. He was nominated for the Nl Prize in Literature seven times.