Ormond Volume 2

Name: Ormond Volume 2
Author: Charles Brockden Brown

The narrative unfolds around Constantia Dudley, who faces dire financial straits following her father's downfall. After a visit to Mr. Ormond, she encounters Craig, a deceitful character who manipulates her situation for his gain. Craig fabricates a story about his brother's misdeeds, which have led to Constantia's family's ruin, while he himself is embroiled in a web of lies. As Constantia struggles to support her blind father, she seeks assistance from Mr. Melbourne, an old acquaintance of her father. Their reunion reveals her father's identity and past, leading to Melbourne's promise to help. Meanwhile, Constantia's resourcefulness shines as she navigates her family's challenges, including a forged banknote incident that threatens their stability. The story explores themes of deception, social class, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Constantia's determination to secure her family's future drives her to seek employment and support, ultimately leading to a glimmer of hope as she forms a connection with Melbourne and his wife. The narrative intricately weaves personal struggles with broader societal issues, highlighting the complexities of morality and the impact of past choices on present circumstances.

By Charles Brockden Brown · First published 1803 · Genre: Gothic fiction, Romanticism, Historical fiction · 9 chapters · 36,537 words

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On leaving Mr. Ormond's house, Constantia was met by that gentleman. He saw her as she came out, and was charmed with the simplicity of her appearance. On entering, he interrogated the servant as to the business that brought her thither.

"So," said he, as he entered the drawing-room, where Craig was seated, "you have had a visitant. She came, it seems, on a pressing occasion, and would be put off with nothing but a letter."

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Work type: Novel
Author: Charles Brockden Brown
Date: 1803 CE
Language: English
Genres: Gothic fiction, Romanticism, Historical fiction, Thriller, Mystery
Length: 36,537 words
Structure: 9 chapters, 397 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Gothic fiction — The story features elements of darkness, romanticism, and mystery that are characteristic of the Gothic fiction genre.
Romanticism — The book reflects themes related to intense emotion as an authentic source of aesthetic experience, a key aspect of Romanticism.
Historical fiction — The plot is set in a specific time period in history and incorporates actual historical events and figures.
Thriller — The narrative is filled with suspense, tension, and excitement, qualifying it as a thriller.