John Halifax, GentlemanBroadview Press, 26. okt 2005 - 585 pages This 1856 novel, one of the most beloved of the Victorian period, follows the life, from childhood to death, of an orphaned boy who grows to become a wealthy and powerful leader in his community. The young John Halifax is taken in by Abel Fletcher, a Quaker tanner, and forms a close friendship with Fletcher’s son, Phineas. Through hard work and integrity, John overcomes obstacles to find domestic happiness and material success. His achievements symbolize those of England in the early nineteenth century, and this novel captures the ambition and ebullient optimism of the growing Victorian middle class. This Broadview edition includes a critical introduction and full annotation; the idea of the “gentleman” in Victorian culture, labour unrest in the early nineteenth century, and women’s roles in Victorian England are explored in the broad selection of contextual documents. |
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... our scriptural Saxon terms “well—favored,” was certainly “well—liking.” A beggar boy, indeed! I hope he had not heard Jael's remark. But he had. I I Samuel 18:1. “Madam,” said he, with a bow of perfect good humor,. JOHN HALIFAX, GENTLEMAN.
... hope to realize a large capital some day.” I laughed;Jael retired, abundantly mystified, and rather cross.J0hn Halifax came to my easy chair, and in an altered tone asked me how I felt, and if he could do anything for me before he went ...
... hope you will not need them always.” “Perhaps not—Doctor Jessop isn't sure. But it doesn't matter much; most likely I shan't live long.” For this was, God forgive me, always the last and greatest comfort I had. John looked at me ...
... hope for little else until the end. “But don't think I mind it,John,” for I was grieved to see his shocked and troubled look.“I am very content;I have a quiet home, a good father, and now I think and believe I have found the one thing I ...
... hope for John. Sally sat in her kitchen, tidy and subdued, mending an old jacket that had once been Bill's, until, being supplanted by the grand red coat, it descended upon Jem, the second lad. But Bill still engrossed the poor mother's ...
Contents
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The Idea of the Gentleman in Victorian Culture | 499 |
Working Conditions and Labor Unrest in the Early Nineteenth Century | 509 |
Womens Roles in Victorian England | 525 |
Reviews | 537 |
Religious Issues | 553 |
Fictional Conterpoints | 566 |
Table of Dates of Relevant Events and Legislation | 579 |
Select Bibliography | 580 |