Gray youth: The story of a very modern courtship and a very modern marriage: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Gray youth: The story of a very modern courtship and a very modern marriage: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Gray youth: The story of a very modern courtship and a very modern marriage is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Onions, Oliver (1873–1961).
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"Gray Youth: The Story of a Very Modern Courtship and a Very Modern Marriage" by Oliver Onions is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores themes of love, art, and personal identity through the experiences of its young protagonist, Amory Towers, an art student navigating both her passions and the complexities of relationships. The beginning of the novel introduces Amory Towers during her first visit to Paris, highlighting her deep engagement with art and her youthful innocence marked by her first kiss, both of which symbolize broader themes of aspiration and disillusionment. As she returns to London, Amory's life at the McGrath and her interactions with a lively group of peers—including the affectionately referred to as "Uncle George" and her friend Dorothy—hint at her struggles with societal expectations and personal dreams. The early scenes set the stage for her introspective journey as she grapples with her ambitions as an artist, her relationships with friends, and the looming pressures of adulthood, all within the backdrop of a vibrant but often overwhelming social environment.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Gray youth: The story of a very modern courtship and a very modern marriage
- Author credits: Onions, Oliver (1873–1961)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- Marriage -- Fiction
- Women -- Social and moral questions -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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