A Modern Idyll by Frank Harris
A Modern Idyll is a novel by Frank Harris that tells the story of two lovers who meet in Paris and embark on a passionate affair. The book explores themes of love, desire, and the pursuit of happiness. It has been praised for its vivid descriptions of Parisian life and its insightful portrayal of human relationships.
By Frank Harris · First published 1894 · Genre: Romance, Drama, Literary Fiction · 15,932 words
First lines
"I call it real good of you, Mr. Letgood, to come and see me. Won't you be seated?"
"Thank you. It's very warm to-day; and as I didn't feel like reading or writing, I thought I'd come round."
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A Modern Idyll is listed on Textopian as a short story by Frank Harris, dated 1894 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Frank Harris
- Date: 1894 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Drama, Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Historical Fiction
- Length: 15,932 words
- Structure: 1 section, 150 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central plot revolves around romantic relationships and emotional connections.
- Drama — The narrative includes intense character development and emotional themes.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style and thematic depth align with literary fiction conventions.
- Social Commentary — The story explores societal norms and critiques contemporary issues.
Tags
romance · drama · society · love · conflict · identity · modernism · relationships · human experience · philosophy · art · nature