The Remoulding of Groby Lington
The story revolves around the life of a young man who returns to his family's estate after being away for several years. He finds that his family and their way of life have changed significantly during his absence, leading to a clash between old and new values. The narrative explores themes of identity, class, and social change in a small English town.
By Hector Hugh Munro · First published 1901 · Genre: Satire, Comedy, Short Story · 3,348 words
First lines
"A man is known by the company he keeps. "
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Genres
- Satire — The story uses humor and irony to critique social norms and human behavior, particularly through the character of Groby Lington and his interactions.
- Comedy — The narrative includes humorous situations and character interactions, such as the antics with the monkey and the lozenges in church.
- Short Story — The work is a concise narrative focusing on a single character and a specific series of events, typical of the short story format.
- Domestic Fiction — The plot revolves around family dynamics and the protagonist's relationship with his relatives and household.
Tags
Satire · Social Commentary · Dark Humor · Absurdism · Anti-Hero · Morality Play · Class Satire · English Society · Upper Class · Snobbery · Decadence · Moral Decay
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Hector Hugh Munro
- Date: 1901 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Satire, Comedy, Short Story, Domestic Fiction, Animal Fiction
- Length: 3,348 words
- Structure: 1 section, 44 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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