George Walker at Suez
Anthony Trollope's "George Walker at Suez" is a novel that explores the themes of identity, class, and social status in Victorian England. The story follows George Walker, a young man who has recently come into a large inheritance, as he navigates his newfound wealth and status in society. As he travels to Egypt for his honeymoon with his bride, Emily, George finds himself caught up in a series of misunderstandings and conflicts that challenge his sense of self and his place in the world. Through these experiences, Trollope critiques the social conventions and expectations of Victorian society, while also exploring the complexities of human relationships and the search for identity. Overall, "George Walker at Suez" is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers insights into the social and cultural norms of its time, while also providing a nuanced exploration of the human experience.
By Anthony Trollope · First published 1878 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Political Fiction, Adventure · 9,155 words
First lines
Of all the spots on the world's surface that I, George Walker, of Friday Street, London, have ever visited, Suez in Egypt, at the head of the Red Sea, is by far the vilest, the most unpleasant, and the least interesting. There are no women there, no water, and no vegetation. It is surrounded, and indeed often filled, by a world of sand. A scorching sun is always overhead; and one is domiciled in a huge cavernous hotel, which seems to have been made purposely destitute of all the comforts of civilised life. Nevertheless, in looking back upon the week of my life which I spent there I always enjoy a certain sort of triumph; -- or rather, upon one day of that week, which lends a sort of halo not only to my sojourn at Suez, but to the whole period of my residence in Egypt.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Anthony Trollope
- Date: 1878 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Political Fiction, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 9,155 words
- Structure: 1 section, 67 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The novel is set in a historically significant time and location, and makes use of historical events such as the Suez crisis to drive its narrative.
- Political Fiction — The narrative heavily involves political intrigue and the social and political structures of the time. Characters are often engaged in political maneuvering and power struggles.
- Adventure — The protagonist, George Walker, faces a series of challenges and obstacles that need to be overcome. These experiences are often physically arduous and dangerous as they involve journeying through the Suez.
- Drama — The story focuses on intense personal conflict and emotional struggles that develop between the characters.
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historical fiction · British literature · 19th century · political intrigue · colonialism · Suez Canal · adventure · travel · military · diplomacy · social commentary · character study