The Tragic Comedians: A Study in a Well-known Story — Volume 2 by George Meredith
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"The Tragic Comedians: A Study in a Well-known Story — Volume 2" by George Meredith is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal ambition through the relationship between the main characters, Sigismund Alvan and Clotilde von Rudiger. These characters grapple with the complexities of their emotions and external pressures as they navigate their tumultuous engagement amidst family disapproval and political ramifications.
At the start of the volume, Alvan and Clotilde reunite after a separation, with their affection seemingly undiminished. However, their interaction reveals underlying tensions, particularly regarding Clotilde's concern about her mother's potential influence and disapproval. Alvan reminds Clotilde of his bond with an older woman, the baroness, which deepens the complexity of their relationship. As Clotilde shows interest in properly communicating with the baroness, Alvan expresses his disdain for writing commercially, championing instead a heartfelt connection. Their conversation unfolds against the backdrop of a world filled with political intrigue and societal constraints, suggesting an impending struggle for both love and legitimacy as they prepare to face Clotilde's parents. The tension builds as they plan their future and confront the challenges ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Meredith, George, 1828-1909 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Tragic Comedians: A Study in a Well-known Story — Volume 2 |
| Credits | This etext was produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | Lassalle, Ferdinand, 1825-1864 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4462 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Jun 13, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 297 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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