Men's Wives by William Makepeace Thackeray
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"Men's Wives" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a novel likely written during the mid-19th century. The story revolves around the lives of the Crump family, particularly their daughter Morgiana, who attracts the attention of multiple suitors, including the ambitious Captain Howard Walker and rival tradesmen, the perfumer Mr. Archibald Eglantine and the tailor Mr. Woolsey. The narrative deftly explores themes of love, ambition, rivalry, and societal norms through its colorful characters in
a comedic and satirical manner. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the Bootjack Hotel, managed by Mr. Crump, and paints a vivid picture of its inhabitants, especially Morgiana, who is depicted as a lively and ambitious young woman. We learn about her mother, Mrs. Crump, a former actress, and the dynamic within the family as they navigate the expectations of society. Several suitors, including both Woolsey and Eglantine, are vying for Morgiana's attention, creating an atmosphere of competition and rivalry that sets the stage for further developments in the plot. The chapter also hints at the character of Captain Walker, a charming but somewhat dubious figure who desires to win Morgiana's heart while using his connections in high society, adding layers of complexity to the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 |
|---|---|
| Title | Men's Wives |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Men%27s_Wives |
| Contents | The Ravenswing -- Mr. and Mrs. Frank Berry -- Dennis Haggarty's wife. |
| Credits | Produced by Les Bowler, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 1985 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 1999 |
| Last Update | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 576 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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