The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman

Name: The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman
Author: Francis Hopkinson Smith

The Romance of an Old-Fashioned Gentleman by Francis Hopkinson Smith tells the story of a man named John Wynn who lives in New York City during the late 19th century. The novel follows his life as he navigates through various social and romantic relationships, including his love for a woman named Margaret. Along the way, he encounters many challenges and obstacles that test his character and values. Ultimately, John must decide whether to follow his heart or conform to societal expectations in order to find true happiness.

By Francis Hopkinson Smith · First published 1890 · Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction · 9 chapters · 34,059 words

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Blossom week in Maryland! The air steeped in perfume and soft as a caress; the sky a luminous gray interwoven with threads of silver, flakings of pearl and tiny scales of opal.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Francis Hopkinson Smith
Date: 1890 CE
Language: English
Genres: Romance, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Drama, Classic
Length: 34,059 words
Structure: 9 chapters, 602 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Romance — The central theme revolves around romantic relationships and emotional connections.
Historical Fiction — The setting and characters reflect a bygone era, emphasizing historical context.
Literary Fiction — The writing style and character development are sophisticated and nuanced.
Drama — The plot includes significant emotional and relational conflicts.