Charles Augustus Fortescue
The novel revolves around the life of Charles Augustus Fortescue, a young man from a wealthy family who becomes disillusioned with his privileged upbringing and sets out to experience life on his own terms. He travels extensively, taking on various roles and personas, and engages in numerous romantic entanglements. Through his adventures, Fortescue grapples with the nature of identity, morality, and social class.
By Hilaire Belloc · First published 1905 · Genre: Children's Literature, Humor, Poetry · 313 words
First lines
_Who always Did what was Right, and so accumulated an Immense Fortune._
The nicest child I ever knew Was Charles Augustus Fortescue.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Hilaire Belloc
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Children's Literature, Humor, Poetry, Moral Tale
- Length: 313 words
- Structure: 1 section, 10 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Children's Literature — The poem features a child protagonist and is written in a style accessible to young readers.
- Humor — The exaggerated portrayal of the protagonist's perfection and the satirical tone contribute to its humorous nature.
- Poetry — The work is structured in verse form, employing rhyme and meter typical of poetry.
- Moral Tale — The narrative conveys a moral lesson about the rewards of virtuous behavior.
Tags
Biographical Fiction · Historical Fiction · Satirical Novel · Social Commentary · English Literature · 19th Century Setting · Upper Class Life · Marriage and Relationships · Family Dynamics · Class Struggle · Social Satire · Wit and Humor