The House on the Beach: A Realistic Tale: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The House on the Beach: A Realistic Tale is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Meredith, George (1828–1909).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The House on the Beach: A Realistic Tale" by George Meredith is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story seems to focus on the quirky character of Mr. Tinman, a newly minted esquire struggling with his social status and the intricacies of local relationships in the coastal town of Crikswich, as well as his aspiration to rise in social hierarchy. His eccentricities and ambitions appear to serve as both comic relief and poignant commentary on class and social structures of the time. The opening of the book paints a vivid picture of Mr. Tinman's life and his ambitions after retiring from a successful shopkeeping career. It describes his daily rituals, including a humorous episode where he purchases herrings for dinner, while we learn about his complex relationships with his sister and the other townsfolk. The narrative hints at burgeoning conflicts concerning social status, personal pride, and romantic aspirations, setting the stage for interactions with other characters like Mr. Van Diemen Smith and the arrival of Annette Smith, who is poised to become an essential player in the developing social dynamics. Overall, the beginning establishes Mr. Tinman's ambitions and anxieties, suggesting that humor and human error will be central themes as the story unfolds.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The House on the Beach: A Realistic Tale
- Author credits: Meredith, George (1828–1909)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- English fiction -- 19th century
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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