A Mere Accident By: George Moore (1852-1933)
A Mere Accident by George Moore is a captivating blend of romance, tragedy, and social commentary that grips the reader from the very first page. The novel revolves around the lives of two central characters, Tim and Mary, whose fates are intertwined through a chance encounter. Moore’s writing style is elegant and vivid, painting detailed portraits of both characters and allowing the reader to become fully immersed in their journey. With each chapter, the author reveals new layers of the characters' personalities, making them feel incredibly real and relatable. The story itself is a poignant exploration of the influence of societal norms on individual choices. Moore masterfully navigates the delicate dance between passion and duty, showcasing how societal pressures can have far-reaching consequences on personal happiness. Tim and Mary find themselves stuck in a complex web of conventions that threatens to tear their love apart. The author’s critique of the rigid social structures of the time is both thought-provoking and timely. Moore's exploration of the human psyche is particularly commendable. He delves deep into the characters' thoughts, fears, and desires, giving the reader a profound insight into their motivations. As the reader, one cannot help but empathize with Tim and Mary, experiencing their joy, anguish, and heartbreak alongside them. One aspect that sets A Mere Accident apart is Moore’s ability to seamlessly blend elements of tragedy with moments of tenderness and hope. The novel is known for its unexpected twists and turns, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat. The emotional rollercoaster ride that the author takes us on is, at times, heart-wrenching, but it is also a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Moore’s writing style is nothing short of lyrical. His attention to detail creates a vivid tapestry of late 19th-century Ireland, bringing the setting to life. The descriptions of the countryside, the bustling streets of Dublin, and the opulent estates set the stage for the characters' journeys, enhancing the overall reading experience. Overall, A Mere Accident is a beautifully written novel that explores the complexities of love, duty, and societal constraints. Moore’s impeccable storytelling and well-drawn characters make it a truly engaging and emotional read. Whether one is drawn to romance, tragedy, or profound social commentary, this book will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. First Page: A MERE ACCIDENT. BY GEORGE MOORE AUTHOR OF "A MUMMER'S WIFE," "A MODERN LOVER," "A DRAMA IN MUSLIN," "SPRING DAYS," ETC. Fifth Edition TO My Friends at Buckingham. Nearly twenty years have gone since first we met, dear friends; time has but strengthened our early affections, so for love token, for sign of the years, I bring you this book these views of your beautiful house and hills where I have spent so many happy days, these last perhaps the happiest of all. G. M. CHAPTER I. Three hundred yards of smooth, broad, white road leading from Henfield, a small town in Sussex. The grasses are lush, and the hedges are tall and luxuriant. Restless boys scramble to and fro, quiet nursemaids loiter, and a vagrant has sat down to rest though the bank is dripping with autumn rain. How fair a prospect of southern England! Land of exquisite homeliness and order; land of town that is country, of country that is town; land of a hundred classes all deftly interwoven and all waxing to one class England. Land encrowned with the gifts of peaceful days days that live in thy face and the faces of thy children. See it. The outlying villas with their porches and laurels, the red tiled farm houses, and the brown barns, clustering beneath the wings of beautiful trees elm trees; see the flat plots of ground of the market gardens, with figures bending over baskets of roots; see the factory chimney; there are trees and gables everywhere; see the end of the terrace, the gleam of glass, the flower vase, the flitting white of the tennis players; see the long fields with the long team ploughing, see the parish church, see the embowering woods, see the squire's house, see everything and love it, for everything here is England... Continue reading book >>

A Mere Accident By: George Moore (1852-1933)

A Mere Accident by George Moore is a captivating blend of romance, tragedy, and social commentary that grips the reader from the very first page.

The novel revolves around the lives of two central characters, Tim and Mary, whose fates are intertwined through a chance encounter. Moore’s writing style is elegant and vivid, painting detailed portraits of both characters and allowing the reader to become fully immersed in their journey. With each chapter, the author reveals new layers of the characters' personalities, making them feel incredibly real and relatable.

The story itself is a poignant exploration of the influence of societal norms on individual choices. Moore masterfully navigates the delicate dance between passion and duty, showcasing how societal pressures can have far-reaching consequences on personal happiness. Tim and Mary find themselves stuck in a complex web of conventions that threatens to tear their love apart. The author’s critique of the rigid social structures of the time is both thought-provoking and timely.

Moore's exploration of the human psyche is particularly commendable. He delves deep into the characters' thoughts, fears, and desires, giving the reader a profound insight into their motivations. As the reader, one cannot help but empathize with Tim and Mary, experiencing their joy, anguish, and heartbreak alongside them.

One aspect that sets A Mere Accident apart is Moore’s ability to seamlessly blend elements of tragedy with moments of tenderness and hope. The novel is known for its unexpected twists and turns, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat. The emotional rollercoaster ride that the author takes us on is, at times, heart-wrenching, but it is also a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Moore’s writing style is nothing short of lyrical. His attention to detail creates a vivid tapestry of late 19th-century Ireland, bringing the setting to life. The descriptions of the countryside, the bustling streets of Dublin, and the opulent estates set the stage for the characters' journeys, enhancing the overall reading experience.

Overall, A Mere Accident is a beautifully written novel that explores the complexities of love, duty, and societal constraints. Moore’s impeccable storytelling and well-drawn characters make it a truly engaging and emotional read. Whether one is drawn to romance, tragedy, or profound social commentary, this book will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression.

First Page:

A MERE ACCIDENT.

GEORGE MOORE

AUTHOR OF "A MUMMER'S WIFE," "A MODERN LOVER," "A DRAMA IN MUSLIN," "SPRING DAYS," ETC.

Fifth Edition

My Friends at Buckingham.

Nearly twenty years have gone since first we met, dear friends; time has but strengthened our early affections, so for love token, for sign of the years, I bring you this book these views of your beautiful house and hills where I have spent so many happy days, these last perhaps the happiest of all.

G. M.

CHAPTER I.

Three hundred yards of smooth, broad, white road leading from Henfield, a small town in Sussex. The grasses are lush, and the hedges are tall and luxuriant. Restless boys scramble to and fro, quiet nursemaids loiter, and a vagrant has sat down to rest though the bank is dripping with autumn rain. How fair a prospect of southern England! Land of exquisite homeliness and order; land of town that is country, of country that is town; land of a hundred classes all deftly interwoven and all waxing to one class England. Land encrowned with the gifts of peaceful days days that live in thy face and the faces of thy children.

See it. The outlying villas with their porches and laurels, the red tiled farm houses, and the brown barns, clustering beneath the wings of beautiful trees elm trees; see the flat plots of ground of the market gardens, with figures bending over baskets of roots; see the factory chimney; there are trees and gables everywhere; see the end of the terrace, the gleam of glass, the flower vase, the flitting white of the tennis players; see the long fields with the long team ploughing, see the parish church, see the embowering woods, see the squire's house, see everything and love it, for everything here is England... Continue reading book >>

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