Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Thackeray, William Makepeace (1811–1863).
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"Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book tells the story of Henry Esmond, a young boy navigating life through the complexities of family loyalty, societal expectations, and personal ambition during the tumultuous periods of English history. As Esmond grows, he encounters various notable characters that shape his understanding of honor, love, and duty. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Henry Esmond, a young boy living in Castlewood Hall, who feels lost and uncertain due to his orphan status. The narrative details his first encounters with the new lord and lady of Castlewood, emphasizing Esmond's feelings of solitude and anxiety as he observes the grand, yet unfamiliar, environment that surrounds him. The warmth and kindness of Lady Castlewood and her daughter Beatrix offer him a glimmer of hope, creating a sense of family amidst his uncertainties. As he begins to forge a bond with them, the groundwork is laid for the exploration of his identity and his unfolding adventures in the larger historical context of England.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Henry Esmond; The English Humourists; The Four Georges
- Author credits: Thackeray, William Makepeace (1811–1863)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- English literature -- 18th century -- History and criticism
- Great Britain -- History -- Anne, 1702-1714 -- Fiction
- Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 18th century
- Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- 19th century
- Hanover, House of
- Humorists, English
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Novels
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