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Set against the backdrop of late Victorian England, the narrative explores the life of Alfred Athel, a Greek enthusiast who faces a breakdown while studying at Oxford. The story intricately weaves the experiences of Emily, a governess who finds solace in her evening routine with the children, revealing her character through moments of quiet reflection and creativity. Gissing's realistic style captures the emotional depth and societal challenges of the era, highlighting themes of isolation and the quest for personal fulfillment.
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A Life's Morning, George Robert Gissing
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- A Life's Morning
- Language
- English
- Authors
- George Robert Gissing
- Publisher
- Book Jungle
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 366
- ISBN13
- 9781438532851
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of late Victorian England, the narrative explores the life of Alfred Athel, a Greek enthusiast who faces a breakdown while studying at Oxford. The story intricately weaves the experiences of Emily, a governess who finds solace in her evening routine with the children, revealing her character through moments of quiet reflection and creativity. Gissing's realistic style captures the emotional depth and societal challenges of the era, highlighting themes of isolation and the quest for personal fulfillment.