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The Tory Lover

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Word count
627K words
Chapters
63

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Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.The Tory Lover by Sarah Orne JewettAuthor: ,Language: English, Class: PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature, Release Date: Mar 23, 2016

Editor's review

The Tory Lover is a historical novel by Sarah Orne Jewett, released as a free eBook by Project Gutenberg. Set during the American Revolutionary War, it centers on the emotional and political conflicts between Loyalists and Patriots, continuing Jewett's fine-grained local-color style, with particular care in portraying inner lives and family relations. For readers familiar with works such as A Country Doctor, it offers a window into how Jewett handled historical material; for those studying late nineteenth-century American historical fiction or New England literature, it is also a usable text. Note that this edition is an English-language eBook produced by Project Gutenberg, with no Chinese translation or annotations; the barrier to reading lies mainly in the language rather than the content. Suitable as supplementary reading for literature courses or as an eBook for collectors, it is not recommended as a standalone popular history.

Who it's for

A good fit for

  • Readers studying nineteenth-century American literature and New England local-color fiction
  • Learners who wish to read a historical novel set in the American Revolutionary War in the original English
  • Literature enthusiasts who have read other works by Jewett and want to explore her historical fiction

Not a good fit for

  • General readers seeking a Chinese translation with annotations or an introduction
  • Readers expecting fast-paced battle scenes or strongly plotted historical adventure

Reading tips

  1. First get a basic grasp of the Loyalist-Patriot divide during the American Revolutionary War, then enter the character relationships.
  2. Read alongside other Jewett works on New England themes to appreciate the continuity of her local-color style.
  3. For the English original, read one or two chapters a day and look up historical names and places as you go, so as not to break the rhythm.

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Contents

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FAQ

Is this book in Chinese or English?
According to the data, the book is released by Project Gutenberg in English, classified under American and Canadian literature; it is an English-language eBook with no Chinese translation.
Can I read this without having read other works by Jewett?
Yes. It is a standalone historical novel that does not depend on earlier works. Jewett's pacing is delicate, however, so some prior familiarity with her usual local-color approach will make the text easier to enter.
Is this book suitable for learning the history of the American Revolutionary War?
It is a literary work set during the war, focusing on characters' allegiances and emotional conflicts rather than a systematic account of historical facts. If your goal is learning history, read it alongside formal historical works.

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