Limitations: A Novel by E. F. Benson
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"Limitations: A Novel" by E. F. Benson is a work of fiction written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of Tom Carlingford and his friend Ted Markham as they navigate their time at Cambridge University. Central themes include ambition, the pursuit of art, and the limitations imposed by societal expectations. The beginning of "Limitations" introduces Tom Carlingford, a somewhat aimless student at Cambridge, who grapples with the
contrast between his artistic aspirations and the academic rigor expected of him. As he lounges in his room, engaging in playful banter with his friend Ted, it becomes clear that Tom is more interested in enjoying life than in adhering to the traditional paths of success. Their conversations reveal their differing views on education and ambition, hinting at the broader exploration of identity and purpose that will unfold throughout the novel. The opening sets the stage for Tom's artistic journey and the challenges he faces as he attempts to carve out his own definition of success amid the constraints of university life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940 |
|---|---|
| Title | Limitations: A Novel |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | Sculptors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Husband and wife -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57560 |
| Release Date | Jul 21, 2018 |
| Last Update | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 345 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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