Cope at the Call of Duty
The novel revolves around a young American woman who travels to Europe and becomes embroiled in the lives of various individuals, including a group of artists and intellectuals. Her experiences serve as a commentary on the societal norms and values of the time. The narrative explores themes of identity, morality, and the complexities of human relationships.
By Henry Blake Fuller · First published 1903 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Romance · 3,919 words
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Cope took his own time in calling upon the Ashburn Avenue circle; but he finally made, in person, the inquiries for which those made by telephone were an inadequate substitute. Yet he waited so long that, only a few hours before the time he had set, he received a sweet but somewhat urgent little note from Amy Leffingwell suggesting his early appearance. He felt obliged to employ the first moments of his call in explaining that he had been upon the point of coming, anyway, and that he had set aside the present hour two or three days before for this particular purpose: an explanation, he acknowledged inwardly, which held no great advantage for him.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Henry Blake Fuller
- Date: 1903 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Romance, Drama, Comedy of Manners
- Length: 3,919 words
- Structure: 1 section, 84 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex character interactions and social dynamics, focusing on personal growth and introspection.
- Social Commentary — It critiques societal norms and expectations, particularly regarding gender roles and relationships.
- Romance — The narrative includes romantic elements and explores the nuances of attraction and emotional connection.
- Drama — The story features intense emotional exchanges and conflicts among characters, creating a dramatic atmosphere.
Tags
American Literature · Novel · Realism · Social Commentary · Class Conflict · Industrialization · Urbanization · Chicago Setting · Working Class Life · Immigration · Ethnicity · Identity