Harum Scarum's Fortune by Esmè Stuart
"Harum Scarum's Fortune" by Esmè Stuart is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book introduces the lively character Toney Whitburn, who is about to come of age and inherit a substantial fortune. The narrative likely explores themes of wealth, identity, and social dynamics as Toney navigates her newfound status and the expectations that come with it. The opening of the story sets the stage for Toney's birthday, emphasizing hervibrant personality and her relationships with those around her, particularly with her companion Lewis Waycott. As Toney prepares for her coming-of-age celebration, she is depicted as spirited yet somewhat uncertain about the implications of her wealth, especially concerned about how it will affect her relationships. The contrast between her carefree nature and her aunt Lady Dove's more rigid demeanor provides a glimpse into the complex social environment that Toney will have to navigate. The interactions between Toney and her friends hint at the challenges and adventures that await her as she steps into her new role. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Creator | Stuart, Esmè, 1851-1934 |
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| Title | Harum Scarum's Fortune |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45281 |
| Release Date | Mar 31, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 132 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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