Carvalho by Grant Allen (1895)
"Carvalho" is a novel by Grant Allen that follows the story of a young man named Carvalho who travels to South America in search of adventure and fortune. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including dangerous animals, treacherous terrain, and hostile natives. Despite these difficulties, Carvalho perseveres and ultimately achieves his goals. The book is known for its vivid descriptions of the natural world and its exploration of themes such as courage, determination, and the human spirit.
By Grant Allen · First published 1895 · Genre: Romance, Social Commentary, Historical Fiction · 2 chapters · 10,733 words
First lines
The first time I ever met Ernest Carvalho was just before the regimental dance at Newcastle. I had ridden up the Port Royal mountains that same morning from our decaying sugar estate in the Liguanca plain, and I was to stop in cantonments with the Major's wife, fat little Mrs. Venn, who had promised my mother that she would undertake to _chaperon_ me to this my earliest military party. I won't deny that I looked forward to it immensely, for I was then a girl of only eighteen, fresh out from school in England, where I had been living away from our family ever since I was twelve years old. Dear mamma was a Jamaican lady of the old school, completely overpowered by the ingrained West Indian indolence; and if I had waited to go to a dance till I could get her to accompany me, I might have waited till Doomsday, or probably later.
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Carvalho is listed on Textopian as a short story by Grant Allen, dated 1895 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Grant Allen
- Date: 1895 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Social Commentary, Historical Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama
- Length: 10,733 words
- Structure: 2 chapters, 130 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The central plot revolves around the romantic relationship between the protagonist and Ernest Carvalho, exploring themes of love, societal barriers, and personal growth.
- Social Commentary — The narrative addresses issues of race, class, and societal prejudice, particularly in the context of colonial Jamaica and the protagonist's internal conflict.
- Historical Fiction — Set in a historical context, the story provides insights into the social and cultural dynamics of Jamaica during the colonial period.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist's journey from a young girl to a mature woman involves significant personal development and self-discovery.
Tags
mystery · detective · crime · suspense · thriller · investigation · London · 19th century · literary fiction · character-driven · plot twist · social commentary
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II