Town Versus Country by Mary Russell Mitford
"Town Versus Country" by Mary Russell Mitford is a novel written during the early 19th century. The story explores the contrast between rural life and urban society, focusing on themes of family, love, and societal expectations. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of the characters in a pastoral setting, revealing the inherent tensions between traditional country values and the influences of city life. The plot centers on the relationship between siblings William
and Susan Howe, whose lives diverge when William leaves their rural home for London. Upon his return after three years, Susan is anxious about how the city has changed him, particularly concerned that he has become a dandy, adorned with finery that her father despises. Through engaging dialogue and vivid characterizations, the story illustrates William's internal struggle between his old life and new experiences, while Susan hopes to reconcile him with their father's straightforward ways. Ultimately, the novel captures a heartfelt exploration of identity, belonging, and the enduring bond of family amidst the competing worlds of town and country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Mitford, Mary Russell, 1787-1855 |
|---|---|
| Title | Town Versus Country |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Country life -- England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Pastoral fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22836 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-22836-5 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Last Update | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 184 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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