One Man in His Time by Ellen Glasgow

Name: One Man in His Time
Author: Ellen Glasgow

The novel explores the life of a Virginia aristocrat, Archibald Blair, from his childhood to old age, focusing on his struggles with changing social values and his own personal crises. Through Archibald's story, the novel examines the decline of the Southern aristocracy and the rise of industrial capitalism in the post-Civil War era.

By Ellen Glasgow · First published 1922 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Southern Gothic, Literary Fiction · 24 chapters · 127,835 words

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The winter's twilight, as thick as blown smoke, was drifting through the Capitol Square. Already the snow covered walks and the frozen fountains were in shadow; but beyond the irregular black boughs of the trees the sky was still suffused with the burning light of the sunset. Over the head of the great bronze Washington a single last gleam of sunshine shot suddenly before it vanished amid the spires and chimneys of the city, which looked as visionary and insubstantial as the glowing horizon.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Ellen Glasgow
Date: 1922 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Southern Gothic, Literary Fiction, Drama, Romance
Length: 127,835 words
Structure: 24 chapters, 2,091 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Historical Fiction — The novel is set in a specific historical period and explores the social and political issues of that time.
Southern Gothic — The book features elements typical of Southern Gothic literature, including decayed settings and complex characters.
Literary Fiction — The writing style and thematic depth align with the conventions of literary fiction.
Drama — The plot is driven by intense emotional and relational conflicts.