Cope Goes a-Sailing
The story revolves around the life of Cope, a young man who lives with his mother and sister on the outskirts of Chicago. He works at a local factory but feels stifled by his mundane existence. One day, he meets a woman named Mrs. Wychwood, who becomes a catalyst for change in his life. Mrs. Wychwood introduces Cope to a world of art and culture, which sparks his imagination and creativity. However, their relationship is complicated, and Cope struggles with feelings of inadequacy and guilt. As the story unfolds, Cope's life becomes increasingly entangled with Mrs. Wychwood's, leading to a series of events that challenge his values and sense of identity. The novel explores themes of love, art, and social class, raising questions about the nature of creativity and the human experience.
By Henry Blake Fuller · First published 1893 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 2,906 words
First lines
Cope was himself in a few days. He set aside his aunt's counsel in regard to a better regimen, as well as her more specific hints, made in view of the near approach of rough weather, that he provide himself with rubbers and an umbrella, even if he would not hear of a raincoat. "Am I made of money? " he asked. He gave a like treatment to some intimations contributed by Medora Phillips during her call: he met them with the smiling, polite, half-weary patience which a man sometimes employs to inform a woman that she doesn't quite know what she is talking about. He presently in as active circulation, on the campus and elsewhere, as ever. The few who looked after him at all came to the view that he possessed more mettle than stamina. He had no special fondness for athletics; he was doing little to keep -- still less to increase -- a young man's natural endowment of strength and vigor. Occasional tennis on the faculty courts, and not much else.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Henry Blake Fuller
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Coming-of-Age, Realism
- Length: 2,906 words
- Structure: 1 section, 48 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work focuses on character development, introspection, and the exploration of human relationships, typical of literary fiction.
- Romance — The narrative centers around the relationship between Cope and Amy, highlighting themes of attraction and emotional connection.
- Adventure — The sailing incident introduces elements of risk and unexpected challenges, contributing to an adventurous plot.
- Coming-of-Age — The characters experience personal growth and self-discovery, common in coming-of-age stories.
Tags
American Literature · Novel · Social Commentary · Marriage · Family Dynamics · Class Conflict · Gilded Age · Satire · Comedy of Manners · Realism · Psychological Insight · Character Study