Doctor Claudius

Name: Doctor Claudius
Author: F. Marion Crawford

The story revolves around a mysterious and charismatic figure who appears in Rome and gains influence over the city's elite. He is a master of manipulation, using his charm and intelligence to bend people to his will. As he rises to power, he becomes embroiled in a complex web of intrigue, deception, and murder.

By F. Marion Crawford · First published 1883 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Coming-of-Age · 20 chapters · 121,651 words

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"I believe I am old," said the Doctor, pushing his straight-backed wooden chair from the table, and turning from his books to look out of his small window. "Yes, I am certainly very old," he said again, rapping absently on the arm of the chair with the pen he held. But the fingers that held the instrument were neither thin nor withered, and there was no trembling in the careless motion of the hand. The flaxen hair, long and tangled, was thick on the massive head, and the broad shoulders were flat and square across. Whatever Dr. Claudius might say of himself, he certainly did not look old.

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Work type: Novel
Author: F. Marion Crawford
Date: 1883 CE
Language: English
Genres: Literary Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama, Romance
Length: 121,651 words
Structure: 20 chapters, 2,003 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Literary Fiction — The novel explores deep philosophical themes, character introspection, and the complexities of human emotions, typical of literary fiction.
Philosophical Fiction — The protagonist grapples with existential questions about life, purpose, and the value of wealth, embodying the characteristics of philosophical fiction.
Coming-of-Age — The story follows Dr. Claudius's journey of self-discovery and maturation as he confronts his identity and choices in life.
Drama — The narrative contains dramatic elements, focusing on personal conflict and emotional struggles faced by the protagonist.