The Quality of Mercy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Quality of Mercy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Howells, William Dean (1837–1920).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Quality of Mercy" by William Dean Howells is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story primarily revolves around the character T. W. Northwick, who finds himself in a moral and financial crisis following the revelation of his embezzlement from the company he works for. As the narrative unfolds, themes of guilt, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships come to the forefront. At the start of the novel, we meet Northwick as he returns to his home after a troubling meeting with company directors, which ends with him branded a "thief." Caught in a web of internal conflict, he contemplates his impending decisions regarding both his fate and the implications for his family. The opening establishes a vivid setting that combines Northwick's external journey and his inner turmoil, as he navigates his complicated feelings of shame and the desire for mercy, revealing the psychological depth of the protagonist and setting the tone for the moral dilemmas that will play out throughout the novel.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Quality of Mercy
- Author credits: Howells, William Dean (1837–1920)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fiction
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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