348 Results with the "Novel" genre
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CHAPTER XXII — THE VISIT
Chapter 22 of "Agnes Grey" takes the reader on a visit to Ashby Park, the luxurious residence that remains an emblem of social status and personal ambition in the novel. Ashby Park, with its grand mansion, extensive parklands, and ancient woods, represents everything Rosalie Murray yearned to possess, even if it meant sacrificing personal happiness for social gains. Agnes Grey, the narrative voice, delivers an insightful and subtly critical commentary on the life of the wealthy through her visit to…-
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CHAPTER XXI — THE SCHOOL
Chapter XXI of "Agnes Grey," titled "The School," finds Agnes transitioning from her employment at Horton Lodge to a more hopeful and autonomous phase of her life, as she embarks on a new venture with her mother in A-. Together, they open a small school, starting modestly with three boarders and half a dozen day pupils. Agnes approaches this new challenge with determination and finds a semblance of contentment, starkly contrasted with her previous experiences of disrespect and disillusionment while working…-
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CHAPTER XX — THE FAREWELL
Chapter XX of "Agnes Grey," titled "The Farewell," marks a poignant juncture in Agnes's life, embodying themes of loss, hope, and the transient nature of human connections. Agnes returns to Horton Lodge parting from her previous abode, reflecting on the labor and cares as a means to endure sorrow, emphasizing the notion that active engagement provides solace during grief. This chapter intricately portrays Agnes’s internal battle between holding onto hope and acknowledging the harsh realities of her…-
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CHAPTER XIX — THE LETTER
In Chapter XIX of "Agnes Grey," titled "The Letter," the Grey family faces hardship after the loss of Agnes' father. As they navigate their new reality, Mary, Agnes' sister, suggests that their mother should live with her and Mr. Richardson at the vicarage, assuring that her husband wants this as much as she does. They believe it would be beneficial for all, with the mother’s experience valuable to the young couple, while they in turn could provide her with happiness and comfort. However, their mother…-
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Chapter XVIII of "Agnes Grey," titled "Mirth and Mourning," captures a significant transition in Rosalie Murray's life as she becomes Lady Ashby, and the emotional and societal ripples her marriage sends through those around her. Agnes, our protagonist, is caught in a whirlwind of conflicted feelings—happy for her charge on her wedding day, yet deeply apprehensive about the future that awaits Rosalie as she steps into a life tied with someone she doesn't love for the sake of wealth and status. This…
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CHAPTER XVII — CONFESSIONS
In Chapter XVII of "Agnes Grey" titled "Confessions," the narrative deepens into Agnes's introspective journey, addressing themes of appearance, self-worth, and the complexities of human emotions, particularly love and envy. Agnes admits to a heightened awareness of her appearance, provoking a contemplation on beauty's value and its superficial judgment by society. Despite the acknowledged folly of valuing physical beauty over virtue and intellect, Agnes notes the undeniable human inclination to be drawn…-
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CHAPTER XVI — THE SUBSTITUTION
On a particularly gloomy April Sunday, with the Murrays disinclined to attend afternoon church except Rosalie, the narrator, Agnes Grey, accompanies Rosalie to service. Agnes views church as a refuge where she can admire Mr. Weston without judgement, wrestling with her conscience over her affections. She rationalizes her feelings by equating her love for Weston not as personal desire, but appreciation for his virtue, aligning it with Biblical encouragement to ponder on things pure and…-
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CHAPTER XV — THE WALK
Chapter XV of "Agnes Grey," titled "The Walk," unfolds a day after Rosalie’s dismissal of Mr. Hatfield, leaving her with a sense of boredom and longing for excitement. Rosalie, speaking to Matilda, expresses regret over losing Hatfield and anticipates the dullness of coming days without social engagements. Despite Matilda’s suggestions that Rosalie might have had genuine feelings for Hatfield, Rosalie dismisses the idea, holding out for someone superior. The narrative proceeds to examine Mr.…-
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CHAPTER XIV — THE RECTOR
Chapter XIV of "Agnes Grey" by Anne Brontë unfolds a day filled with typical countryside genteel activities, underpinned by nuanced interpersonal tensions and aspirations of the novel's characters. Miss Matilda engages in her usual careless amusements, while Miss Murray ventures out with a novel, leaving Agnes to her artistic endeavors. Agnes ponders over the fate of Snap, Miss Matilda's neglected terrier, symbolizing Agnes' own overlooked yet steadfast loyalty. Mrs. Murray's intrusion signals the…-
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CHAPTER XIII — THE PRIMROSES
In Chapter XIII of "Agnes Grey," titled "The Primroses," the narrative unfolds around Miss Murray's relentless pursuit of admiration, evident in her regular church attendance and preference for walking over carriage rides for the chance encounters they provide with potential admirers. Agnes Grey, the governess, delineates her position within this social setting—alternating between participating in walks and being relegated to carriage rides based on the whims of her charges. The walks, however, present a…-
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