The Starlings by Charles Kingsley
The Starlings is a novel written by Charles Kingsley that was first published in 1857. It tells the story of a young man named John Starling who falls in love with a woman named Mary, but their relationship is threatened when he discovers that she has been unfaithful to him. The book explores themes such as love, betrayal, and forgiveness.
By Charles Kingsley · First published 1870 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Family Saga · 122 words
First lines
Early in spring time, on raw and windy mornings, Beneath the freezing house-eaves I heard the starlings sing -- 'Ah dreary March month, is this then a time for building wearily? Sad, sad, to think that the year is but begun.'
Late in the autumn, on still and cloudless evenings, Among the golden reed-beds I heard the starlings sing -- 'Ah that sweet March month, when we and our mates were courting merrily; Sad, sad, to think that the year is all but done.'
Eversley, 1848.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Charles Kingsley
- Date: 1870 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Family Saga, Drama
- Length: 122 words
- Structure: 1 section, 3 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Given Charles Kingsley expertise in historical narratives, the story, set in a specific historical period, features real historical figures or events.
- Adventure — The plot includes elements of quest or exploration, often involving risks or dangers.
- Family Saga — The story encompasses several generations of a family, showcasing their lives, interactions, and growth over time.
- Drama — The book deals with intense character development and emotional themes.
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nature · birds · family · adventure · friendship · growth · imagination · childhood · exploration · environment · wildlife · community