The Decadent by Ralph Adams Cram
The Decadent is a novel by Ralph Adams Cram, first published in 1895. It tells the story of a young man, John, who is struggling to find his place in the world. He is a dreamer, a poet, and a romantic, but he is also a man of action. He is determined to make something of himself, and he embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, from the decadent and debauched to the noble and heroic. Through his experiences, John learns about the power of love, the importance of friendship, and the beauty of life. Ultimately, he discovers that the only way to truly live is to embrace the beauty of the moment and to live life to its fullest.
By Ralph Adams Cram · First published 1893 · Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Drama · 3 chapters · 11,883 words
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The 3.20 train from Boston slowed up as it drew into a way station, and Malcolm McCann, grim and sullen from his weary ride in the dirt and cinders, the coal-smoke and the foetid air, the fretting babies and hot, worrying men, that characterise a railway journey in August, hurried out with a grunt of relief.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Ralph Adams Cram
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Historical Fiction, Drama, Mystery, Fantasy
- Length: 11,883 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 184 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The Decadent is a novel about a young man's journey of self-discovery and his romantic relationship with a woman.
- Historical Fiction — The Decadent is set in the late 19th century and includes references to historical events and figures.
- Drama — The Decadent is a story of personal struggle and conflict, with a focus on the inner lives of its characters.
- Mystery — The Decadent includes a mystery element, as the protagonist attempts to uncover the truth about his past.
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