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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... his hosts, Ursula informs him, You have but showed me what I shall remember all my life—that a Christian only can be a true I Smiles, SelfHelp, 325, 328. gentleman'” 208—11). By the end of the novel, the concept. I4. INTRODUCTION.
... remember that Phineas is of the male sex. Afterwards, when he professes to be an uncle, the reader is aware constantly that he is really an aunt, and a curi— ous perplexity is apt to arise in the mind on the subject.”I Elaine Showalter ...
... remember, but it caused him to return. “Is there anything more I can do for you, sir?” “Don't call me 'sir'; I am only a boy like yourself. I want you; don't go yet. Ah! here comes my father!” John Halifax stood aside, and touched his ...
... remember mine. “Come,”I said, for now I had quite made up my mind to take no denial, and fear no rebuff from my father; “cheer up. Who knows what may turn up?” “Oh yes, something always does; I'm not afraid.” He tossed back his curls ...
... pride than humility. “Very well,I will remember,” answered the boy fearlessly, though with an amused twist of his mouth speedily restrained. “And now, Abel Fletcher,I shall be willing and thankful for any work JOHN HALIFAX, GENTLEMAN.
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 |